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Kutya hakuna gobvu.

Definitions

gobvu: scar

Translation

There is no scar in fear.

Inspiration

Cowards avoid fights and as a result, are spared from injuries.

Application

Sometimes it is better to retreat and seem cowardly than walk right into the face of danger.

Similar Proverb

1. Bere zvarakatya, mapapata aro mangani?

2. Gwara harina mbonje.

3. Kutya kukotama; gunguo rakatya, mapapata aro mashoma.

4. Mbwende haina vanga.

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