Don't judge a book by its cover

Meaning

Do not form an opinion about someone or something based only on appearance.

Vietnamese

Đừng trông mặt mà bắt hình dong. — Đừng đánh giá người khác chỉ qua vẻ bề ngoài.

Examples

• The small shop serves the best food in town — don't judge a book by its cover.
• He looks quiet, but he is a brilliant speaker. Don't judge a book by its cover.