Page 6 - The Reflection of National Character and Lifestyle of the British in Proverbs

Proverbs about home

The British like to live independently in their own

houses. No wonder their favourite saying is "My home is

my fortress". They do not like to live in flats. Most of the
homes have a garden in which the British spend a lot of

time growing flowers and looking after the lawn. Many

houses are surrounded by hedges, which symbolizes the

desire of the British to protect their privacy.

The British know how to feel at home and at the

same time respect the home life of others. The house is an

Englishman fortress, where he is able to escape not only

from unwanted visitors, but also from annoying worries.