noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
A pithy, memorable saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
祖父はよく「急がば回れ」という金言を口にした。
My grandfather often quoted the maxim 'Make haste slowly.'
この本には人生に役立つ金言
This book contains many wise sayings useful for life.