
ProverbHuman Nature
International origin
The fish sees the bait but not the hook
Meaning: People are often tempted by apparent benefits while ignoring the hidden dangers.
Origin: Recorded in English collections as both a Chinese and a Mongolian proverb, sometimes with a second half: a person sees the gain but not the danger. No early source has been traced, so its true origin is unclear.
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