“Tegh tegh hemba ayem.”
It’s better to take time to do something than to rush.
“Kokombo per sha jime nor.”
You tag uno someone to get out of trouble or bad situations.
“Mnenge hemba mtem.”
It’s better to try than to remain idle.
“Tokwa u purugh hembe u nahan ga.”
You may lose some but gain more.
“Ka wea gba mnger u mor iyav.”
One is into something and there is no going back—encouraging words.
“Wua u wanye kpa nor ye.”
Listening to a child can help adults. Children have useful opinions, too.
“Ahi nga hie orapirashe atsenge ahar ga. Similar: once b…”
Don’t make the same mistake twice.
“Yan sha ikughul.”
Very close relationship.
“Nur akende.”
Display pride.
“Nur igundu.”
Act with pride.
“Ta nombol kor. Watch your tongue.”
Be careful what you say.
“Wa zwa takema.”
Be careful how you speak or talk.