"The leopard cannot change its spots" suggests that people's fundamental character traits are unchangeable, particularly negative ones.
The leopard cannot change its spots means people act according to their character.
Proverb | The leopard cannot change its spots. |
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Definition | People act according to their character. (Usually said of 'bad' people acting badly.) |
Note | A leopard is a big cat that kills other animals. |
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