Spanish phrase
Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando.
Meaning
A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
When to use it
Recommends a sure small gain over a risky larger one. Used informally to advise taking a practical, certain choice rather than gambling on uncertain, bigger prospects.
Example dialogue
Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando, compra ese coche.
A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, buy that car.
De acuerdo, firmo ahora mismo.
Okay, I'll sign right now.