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Region: General | Usage example: Her knack for storytelling proves the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

Apple don't fall far from the tree

Meaning

Children often resemble their parents.

Usage

Used to note family similarities.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Agricultural metaphor describing fruit landing near the tree.

A proverb tracing back centuries in European languages.

Related Idioms

Apple doesn't fall far from the tree

Children often resemble their parents, either in looks or behavior.

Fall from grace

Lose favor or reputation.

Barking up the wrong tree

Accusing or pursuing the wrong person/idea; making a false assumption.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.