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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 “Nyoka ayito yegwa nge gabi”. Showing 1–1.
Proverb #360
Nyoka ayito yegwa nge gabi
Literal English rendering Do not underestimate how dangerous a snake can be. Usigale utolelela umwe pasi lingwe hhuba uno ku tjenamisa
English meaning Do not always underestimate other people, for they may well shock you some day
