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Ndebele Proverbs
Ancient wisdom passed down through generations
Total Proverbs
5
Imbila yaswela umsila ngokuyenga
Meaning
The rock rabbit lost its tail through begging
English Translation
"Being too eager or greedy can lead to loss"
Inja yakho ayilumi
Meaning
Your own dog doesn't bite you
English Translation
"Those close to you won't harm you"
Izinyoni ziyakhala ngoba zilahlekile
Meaning
Birds cry because they are lost
English Translation
"People complain when they are in trouble"
Ukufa kukaNdaba akukho mntu waphephayo
Meaning
Death of Ndaba, no one escaped
English Translation
"Death is inevitable for everyone"
Umuntu akalahlwa
Meaning
A person is not thrown away
English Translation
"Everyone deserves respect and dignity"