Recently, I stumbled upon an interesting article online about the wisdom of Italian proverbs. Needless to say, the ones from Naples stood out as particularly colorful and direct, just like the city itself and just like its people. Their blend of wisdom, irony, and practicality is as charming as it is unique and definitely worth a closer look! 

To begin with, let’s clarify something: proverbs in Naples are an integral part of daily life.They reflect the city’s worldview, shaped by centuries of cultural exchanges, hardships, and celebrations. In Naples, oral tradition has always been valued, and proverbs are an example of it: beside their literal meaning, they act as tools for storytelling, vehicles for humor, and even mechanisms for social commentary.