Archives: Tsumo

Translation Raise a dog on milk, and tomorrow it may bite you. Application Someone you help or nurture today, especially when they are in need, … Read more

Translation A mountain commands awe from those far away, but those who are near treat it lightly. Application People who live closely with someone or … Read more

Translation Today it is on me, tomorrow it will be on you. Application One who is unfeeling towards the misfortunes of others should know that … Read more

Translation It is someone else’s wrongdoing (today), tomorrow it could be yours. Application One who is unfeeling towards the misfortunes of others should know that … Read more

Translation What has befallen a relative is over; tomorrow it will be your turn. Application One who is unfeeling towards the misfortunes of others should … 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 dandadziva: long pool magarangwena: dwelling place of crocodiles Translation What used to be deep long pools are now crocodile swamps. Interpretation This proverb speaks … Read more

Translation The tortoise was saved by its shell. Application What is considered distasteful by some might be of value to others. Similar Proverb 1. Chakakodza … Read more

Definitions mapapata: remains – scattered bones, generally of an animal. Literal translation To fear is to bend low; the crow once feared, and only a … Read more

Definitions reveteka: talk Translation Where the hoe has done its work, talking is unnecessary. Application If you persevere at something you will reap a reward. … Read more