Leson De, Common Proverbs

Question 1

Many hands make light work. Literally: Many hands, load isn’t heavy.

Answer 1

Men anpil, chay pa lou.

Question 2

Many small things amount to much. Literally: Many little sweet potatoes make a load.

Answer 2

Anpil ti patat fè chay.

Question 3

The aftermath of something isn’t always fun. Literally: after the dance the drums are heavy. (Cleaning up after the dance isn’t fun)

Answer 3

Aprè dans, tanbou toujou lou.

Question 4

Judge yourself before you judge others. Literally: Before you laugh at people who limp check the way you walk.

Answer 4

Avan ou ri moun bwete, gade jan ou mache.

Question 5

With a lot of patience you will accomplish your goal. Literally: With patience you will see and ant’s guts.

Answer 5

Avek pasyans, w’ap wè trip foumi.