Proverb

Heɓuki mo siyata ɓundu, heɓuki diyam.

Translation

The well digger’s desire is to strike water at the bottom of the pit.

Comment

The original proverb refers to having a clear focus of what one wants to achieve, before embarking on a task. In the alternate proverb, reference is to accomplishing a task safely.

Postproverbials
  • Postproverbial: Heɓuki mo siyata ɓundu, himmina jam.
    Translation: The well digger’s desire is to finish digging safely.
Language

Nigeria (Fulbe)

Tags


pit water well-digger strike bottom