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Compiled and edited by Ndzimu-unami Emmanuel Moyo. The original collection includes English renderings for some proverbs and Kalanga explanations for others. Source numbers are retained for reference.
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1 proverb matching “Bhadza gulu lo piwa nlimi, kuli lipa simbe inoyezela nalo”. Showing 1–1.
Proverb #34
Bhadza gulu lo piwa nlimi, kuli lipa simbe inoyezela nalo
Literal English rendering The big hoe / plough should be given to a farmer if given to a lazy person, he sleeps with it
English meaning Major responsibilities should be given to a competent person and not to somebody who lacks ability
