Tsumo
The Shona are exceedingly rich in proverbs. Proverbs are a cherished and interesting part of their oral literature.
Translation There is no place where only weeds grow. Application No matter how bleak a place or economy might seem, … Read more
Translation There is no place without a granary. Application No matter how bleak a place or economy might seem, one … Read more
Definitions mhou: cow kuma: moo, as done by a cow Translation No cow moos for a calf that isn’t hers. … Read more
Word definitions mukuyu: tree of the guyu fruit, also known as muonde Translation It is not the mukuyu tree that … Read more
Translation No finger put into the mouth will come out without saliva. Application One who has decided to carry out … Read more
Translation There is no water-body without a frog. Application Every place or community will have something or someone that is … Read more
Definitions bidza: help to cross over Translation Two old men cannot help each other cross a river. Application People cannot … Read more
Word definitions mukuchidziri: One who stokes up a fire Translation (Contents of) A pot will not boil without someone to … Read more
Translation Two pots (with contents) that boil at the same time cannot be simultaneously attended to. Application One who tries … Read more
Word definitions svisa: hide usu: face Translation We will not desist from hitting a baboon simply because it has covered … Read more
Word definitions baravara: clean-shaven head chisvo: shaving blade mano: brilliance. cleverness Translation Do you honestly think it is wise to … Read more
Definitions nyina: female (human or animal) that is suckling Translation It is a likeness to the mother, the crow took … Read more
Translation The chick that feeds is the one closest to the mother. Inspiration Chicks always depend on their mother for … Read more
Word definitions hurudza: outstanding farmer Translation An outstanding farmer will starve to death, as everyone else believes he has plenty. … Read more
Definitions hwoni: malice Translation It is pure malice when a snake bites what it cannot consume. Application Some people do … Read more
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