Archives: Tsumo

Translation A bird does not change its song. Inspiration Birds of a particular species stick to calls and songs particular to that species. Application One’s … Read more

Translation An elephant is not overburdened by its tusks. Application Nobody will resent bearing a burden resulting from something that either belongs to them, or … Read more

Translation A tortoise is not overburdened by its shell. Application Nobody will resent bearing a burden resulting from something that either belongs to them, or … Read more

Translation That which got up at night is an enemy. Application Things done secretly, especially at night, are usually considered sinister. Similar Proverbs 1. Mudzimu … Read more

Definitions chembere: old woman gota: sleeping quarters for unmarried men Translation An old woman is a wife enough to qualify one to vacate the unmarried … Read more

Translation What came first made one wiser. Application Bad experiences, blunders, and mistakes from the past, drive people to be more cautious. Similar Proverbs Chakachenjedza … Read more

Definitions mvana: unmarried woman who has borne a child/ woman past marriage age mhandara: young girl of marriageable age Translation One who rejects an old … Read more

Definitions chiropa: liver wabaya: slaughterer Translation It is one who has slaughtered (a beast), who says the liver is not suitable to have as relish. … Read more

Definitions kanya: mix moistened matter by squeezing rangana: Confer. Agree Translation Mixing (the sadza and the milk) comes after agreement. Inspiration Some people prefer mixing … Read more

Definitions pambara: hunt for food nuna: become plump Translation A bird that does not hunt for food does not plump up. Inspiration Birds spend much … Read more