Traditional· Wisdom
“Wanti wanti cyaan get it, an getti getti nuh want it.”People often take for granted what others long for.
Jamaican Wisdom Quotes & Sayings
Proverbs carrying practical Jamaican wisdom about life and people.
Traditional· Wisdom
“Di higher monkey climb, di more him expose.”The more prominent you become, the more your faults are seen.
Traditional· Wisdom
“Wah sweet nanny goat a go run him belly.”Pleasures enjoyed now may bring trouble later.
Traditional· Wisdom
“Sorry fi mawga dog, mawga dog tun roun bite yuh.”Kindness is not always returned; be discerning.
Traditional· Wisdom
“When trouble tek yuh, pickney shut fit yuh.”Hard times force you to accept what you must.
Traditional· Wisdom
“Tek kin teet kibba heart bun.”People often hide their pain behind a smile.
Traditional· Traditional Proverbs
“Chicken merry, hawk deh near.”When you are carefree and celebrating, danger may be close; stay alert.