The idiom "teach one's grandmother to suck eggs" is believed to have originated in the 18th century. It refers to the act of offering unsolicited advice or instruction to someone who is already experienced or knowledgeable in that particular area. The phrase humorously suggests that it is unnecessary to try to teach someone a skill or knowledge they already possess, especially when the person providing the advice is less experienced or knowledgeable than the recipient.

What is the origin of the idiom "teach one's grandmother to suck eggs" and when to use it?

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to [teach] {one's} [grandmother] (how|) to suck eggs

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Визначення та значення слова «teach one's grandmother (how) to suck eggs» англійською мовою

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