Popular Ghanaian Proverbs
1. AkyekyedeÉ› se: " Nsa kÉ” na nsa aba"
To wit : The tortoise say, "Hand go hand come"
Meaning :You give me I give you. Often used for taking bribe.
2. Ɔbra bɔne sɛe ɔbra pa.
To wit: Bad behaviour destroys a good life.
Meaning : Your friend's bad behaviour can destroy your good behaviour. Be careful who you befriends.
3. Ɔbaatan na ɔnim nea ne mma bɛdie.
To wit : It is the parent who knows what her children will eat.
Meaning : A responsible person always provides for his dependents.
4. Onipa nyimi nsi aseÉ›
To wit: A person is never entirely foolish
Meaning : Don't assume everyone is a complete fool.
5. Abɔsobaa na ɛma ogya paeɛ.
To wit: The mallet helps the firewood to split.
Meaning : You need the help of someone to excel in life.
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