Question

Choose the correct option to complete the proverb:
The grass is always_________ on the other side.
a) Dry
b) Wet
c) Shining
d) Greener

Answer 1

Hint: Meaning of a proverb is a short saying that establishes a general truth or an advice.

Complete answer:
The Grass is Always Greener on the Other Side: When someone is not satisfied with something in their own life and always makes this assumption that there are better things in other places. This proverb rightly states the human quality of always wanting something different than what they have. It means that other people always seem to be in a better position, although that might not be the case.

I think sometimes that I'd be happier living in Spain. Oh well, the grass is always greener on the other side!

Option a ‘Dry’ is the incorrect option as the term might signify something dull and the proverb means that the situation other than one’s own seems better not duller than the others. So, this option is incorrect.

Option b ‘Wet’ makes no sense at all and does not form any logical meaning even if metaphorically used. So, this option is also incorrect.

Option c ‘Shining’ has no relation and coherent meaning with the proverb and hence is incorrect.

Option d ‘Greener’ metaphorically means something better and prosperous and is suitable in the given sentence. So, this option is correct.

Note: Metaphors are the core of proverbs.