PROVERBS FROM IVORY COAST
Praise Chukwuegu@praisechukwuegu960554
22 days ago
1. Save your fowl before it stops flapping.
Meaning: Act quickly to secure something valuable before it is too late.
2. Too much discussion means a quarrel.
Meaning: Over-analyzing or debating a topic can lead to disagreements and conflict.
3. Mutual affection gives each his share.
Meaning: When both parties care for each other, they equally benefit from the relationship.
4. Mutual gifts cement friendship.
Meaning: Exchanging gifts strengthens bonds and enhances relationships.
5. It takes two to make a quarrel.
Meaning: Both parties contribute to a conflict; it’s rarely one-sided.
6. Two flavors confuse the palate.
Meaning: Too many options or ideas can lead to confusion or indecision.
7. He who talks incessantly talks nonsense.
Meaning: Constant talking often leads to meaningless or irrelevant statements.
8. A little leaven smoothes away the whole lump.
Meaning; A small influence or change can significantly impact a larger situation.
9. Their mosquito won’t bite me.
Meaning: I am unaffected by others' problems or negative influences.
10. A bad son gives a bad name to his mother.
Meaning: A person's poor behavior can reflect negatively on their family or upbringing.
source: Google
📍Ivory Coast, Ivory Coast
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