A Look At some very interesting Jamaican Proverbs
Proverb: Wen man belly full,
im bruck pat
Translation: When a man’s belly is filled, he breaks the pot.
Explanation: When man is satisfied, he often forgets what hunger or need is, and will be indifferent to the sources of his repast or succour, until he again finds himself in need.
Proverb: Play wid puppy,
puppy lick yu mout
Translation: Play with puppy, puppy will lick your mouth
Explanation: When you are too familiar, you may get humiliated
Proverb: Chicken merry, hawk deh near
Translation:Chicken is merry, a hawk is nearby
Explanation: This implies that every silver lining has its dark clouds. Even in the happiest time one must be watchful.
Proverb: Learn fi creep before yuh walk
Translation: Learn to crawl before you walk
Explanation: This suggests that you learn the basics before you try to do things that are more complexed. Take things one step at a time.
