Yoruba/Proverbs in Yoruba
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(Redirected from Yoruba/Proverbs in yoruba)Yoruba Proverb is a simple and insightful, traditional saying that expresses a perceived truth based on common sense or experience. Proverbs are often metaphorical and use formulaic language.
Number | English Proverb meanings | Yoruba Proverbs meanings |
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1 | Both the tortoise that taunts a hungry snake are edible meat (preys) to a hungry hunter. | Ebi npa ejo, ahun nyan, ati ahun ati ejo, eran jije ni fun olode. |
2 | Do not falter if you are being chased as one is getting tired so is the one chasing you | Eniti eegun nlepa ko roju , bi o ti n re eniyan beni o n re araorun |
3 | Passers-by are the first to bring the news that the corn is ripe | Ero ona ni royin oka to gbo |
4 | A protruded tooth is a problem to the mouth | Eyin to ta yo,wahala enu ni |