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48 proverbs found
Pitit tig se tig.
The child of a tiger is a tiger.
Children take after their parents — traits, behaviors, and values are passed down.
Se grès kochon ki kwit kochon.
It's the pig's own grease that cooks it.
Your own resources — or your own family — are what sustain you.
Fanmi se zanmi Bondye ba ou.
Family are the friends God gave you.
You don't choose your family, but they are a divine gift to be treasured.
Ti chen gen fòs devan kay mèt li.
A small dog is brave in front of its master's house.
People feel strong and confident when they have their family's support behind them.
Lave men, siye atè?
Wash your hands only to wipe them on the ground?
Don't invest effort into something only to ruin it — often said about raising children well.
Bourik travay, chwal galonnen.
The donkey works, the horse gallops.
One person does the hard labor while another gets the glory. A critique of unfair credit.
Piti piti, zwazo fè nich li.
Little by little, the bird builds its nest.
Patience and steady effort lead to great results.
Men anpil, chay pa lou.
Many hands make the load light.
Collaboration makes difficult tasks manageable.
Travay se libète.
Work is freedom.
Through honest work, one gains independence and dignity.
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