The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree.
English
idiom
Children often resemble or behave like their parents.
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Children often resemble or behave like their parents.
Trusted by1.5M+English learners & teachers worldwide
A person’s character, habits, or talents are usually similar to those of their parents.
When you say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, you’re pointing out a strong resemblance — usually in personality, behavior, or skill — between a child and their parent.
It can be said admiringly or critically.
"Like Father, Like Son"
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A child behaves like their father, specific to father and son only
"A Chip off the Old Block"
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A person is very similar to their parent, usually said as a compliment
"The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree"
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A child’s character or behavior reflects their parent’s
Have you met the new intern? He’s the CEO’s son and already knows everyone’s name.
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree — his father was exactly the same on day one.
My daughter just signed up for the same marathon I ran twenty years ago.
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. She’s got your drive.
He’s already arguing with the referee just like his dad used to.
The apple really doesn’t fall far from the tree, does it?
