Jamaican Proverbs

One, one coco full basket

• Never judge by outward appearances alone.

• Do not expect to achieve success overnight, take it slowly.

• People tend to point out the faults in others than their own.

Talk and taste your tongue

• Think before you speak.

• The person who brings gossip to you is the same one taking it back.

Blood ticka dan wata

• The bond between blood relatives is very strong.

• Do not underestimate the value of the elderly.

Yu too fenkay, fenkay

• When someone behaves in an overly enthusiastic manner.

• The person is too slight.

Chicken merry, hawk deh near

• Make the best of a bad situation, and be content with what you have.

• Make use of the first opportunities that come your way.

• Danger lurks nearby when there is too much merriment and excitement.

Wanti wanti can’t get it, getti getti no want i

• Don’t get involved in things that don’t concern you.

• Have-nots covet what the Haves take for granted.