Archives: Tsumo

Word definitions rutsva: area of burnt grass (from veld fire) Translation A hare does not escape a veld fire twice. Inspiration Some animals die in … Read more

Word definitions chidembo: polecat Translation Turning down polecat meat means you have rabbit meat. Inspiration Polecats are known for their ability to spray a liquid … Read more

Translation Take two knobkerries with you when pursuing a hare, so that when one misses the other will strike. Application Having ready alternatives provides an … Read more

Translation A baboon might be ugly, but it does not feed on the carcass of an animal that it found already dead. Application Even bad … Read more

Definitions rovedzera: become quite accustomed mawere: steep rock face, especially a tall one Translation What one has become accustomed to takes root; a baboon climbed … Read more

Word definitions svisa: hide usu: face Translation We will not desist from hitting a baboon simply because it has covered its face in shame. Inspiration … Read more

Translation One cannot afford to just sulk and watch as a baboon enters their field. Inspiration for proverb Baboons are notorious for crop raiding, with … Read more

Translation A piece of meat cannot be pulled away from two dogs. Application The combined strength of two people cannot be challenged by the effort … Read more

Word definitions mukuyu: tree of the guyu fruit, also known as muonde Translation It is not the mukuyu tree that seeks out the bird. Inspiration … Read more

Word definitions ronza: entrust livestock to another’s care Translation Remember to watch the path when milking a cow entrusted to you. Inspiration When entrusted with … Read more