人ひとは見みかけによらぬもの

expression

appearances can be deceiving; don't judge a book by its cover

Proverb meaning that outward appearance does not reflect true character or ability. Often used when someone's actions or nature differ from what their looks suggest.

• 彼かれは怖こわそうに見みえるけど、実じつはとても優やさしい。人ひとは見みかけによらぬものだね。

  He looks scary, but he's actually very kind. Appearances can be deceiving, right?

• あの小ちいさな店みせがこんなにおいしいラーメンを出だすなんて、人ひとは見みかけによらぬものだ。

  That tiny shop serves such delicious ramen—you really can't judge a book by its cover.