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Chakaponesa kamba makwati ayo.

Translation

The tortoise was saved by its shell.

Application

What is considered distasteful by some might be of value to others.

Similar Proverb

1. Chakakodza bere mapfupa.

2. Chakakodza nguruve mashamba.

 

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