Tsumo
The Shona are exceedingly rich in proverbs. Proverbs are a cherished and interesting part of their oral literature.
Translation It is good when there are many people; an arrow (fired by the enemy) hit the daughter instead. Application … Read more
Word Definitions hombarume: a very skilful hunter Translation Having children has no expert. Inspiration Parents strive to raise their children … Read more
Word Definitions ridigikira: make frequent visits to a place benya: elude (discreetly) Translation Now you elude and secretly glance at … Read more
Word definitions doo: softened animal skin. hide. Translation it is wear and tear that makes a hide appear as if … Read more
Translation If the mother dies, who is going to caress the children? Application When people lose the one who is … Read more
Translation Fresh basts are used for leashing dogs. Application One should act early, while the best circumstances to succeed at … Read more
Word definitions mhanje: barren woman natsira: Do right by. Please. pwere: children Manatsirapwere: pleaser of children Translation Only a barren … Read more
Translation Too much speed breeds delay. Application Trying to do something too quickly sometimes results in it taking much longer.
Word definitions manga: pumpkin parira: give away Translation A white pumpkin gives away where the dark one lies. Inspiration for … Read more
Translation Those who have no pots have an abundance of pumpkins. Application Good things evade those who need them, and … Read more
Word definitions manomano: deceit Translation When a witch who is wearing a snake round their waist panics at the sight … Read more
Word Definitions mapudzi: a squash plant variety hari: earthenware pot Translation Those who have no pots have an abundance of … Read more
Translation Omens appear first. Application Odd occurrences foretell that something bad will happen.
Word definitions rarira: eat evening meal mapapata: skeletal remains, generally of an animal mhashu: locust Translation A locust is just … Read more
Translation A child crying from hunger will not be quietened by the fact that they ate in the past. Inspiration … Read more
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