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3 Sierra Leonean proverbs

Sierra Leonean Proverbs

Explore traditional Sierra Leonean proverbs that have been passed down through generations of oral tradition. These sayings carry the collective wisdom of Sierra Leonean culture and offer timeless insights into life, community, and human nature.

community

“Do not tell the person carrying you that he stinks.”

community·Krio

Do not insult or criticize those who are helping you.

leadership

“If the cockroach wants to rule over the chicken, it must hire the fox as a bodyguard.”

leadership·Krio

Those who seek power beyond their natural station must find powerful allies.

wisdom

“To try and fail is not laziness.”

wisdom·Krio

Making an effort, even unsuccessful, is commendable; only inaction is shameful.

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