Archives: Tsumo

Translation No animal grazes on behalf of one that is lying down. Application There are times when we must take initiative and act on our … Read more

Translation This (year) is the year. Application There’s always a chance that one’s fortunes could change. Opportunities might never come again or might come at … Read more

Word Definitions rupinda: tip of snake’s tail nera: strike Translation Do not strike a snake and leave the tail. Application Grievances should be settled completely, … Read more

Definitions muchena: poor person mutenure: downward slope Translation What is in a poor man’s hands is perched on a slope. Application With limited means, the … Read more

Translation Skin is not meat. Application Being related to someone in authority should not lead one to believe they possess the same authority  

Definitions chivi: adversity. tragic happening Translation Adversity befalls not only one, but all. Application When one faces adversity, it affects not only him but also … Read more

Translation It is never late (to be working) when it is yours. Application For one’s personal ventures, they are more determined and will not hesitate … Read more

Translation Only a fool knows what tomorrow has in store. Application Do what needs to be done and not put it off for another day, … Read more

Definitions hwoni: malice Translation It is pure malice when a snake bites what it cannot consume. Application Some people do things out of malice, destroying … Read more

Definitions maunga: hairy caterpillars Translation Hairy caterpillars are foolish, they feed on the very tree that they live in. Application The misuse or destruction of … Read more