More sayings Flashcards
1
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Belofte maak skuld.
A
Promises are binding
2
Q
In die land van die blindes is die eenoog koning.
A
In the land of the blind, the one-eyed is king.
3
Q
Sy blus is uit
A
He is exhausted.
4
Q
Om die bos lei.
A
To deceive.
5
Q
Die daad by die woord voeg.
A
To suit the action to the word.
6
Q
Dit slaan my dronk
A
That beats me.
7
Q
Stille waters, diepe grond, onder draai die duiwel rond
A
Still waters run deep.
8
Q
Erfgeld is swerfgeld
A
Easy come, easy go.
9
Q
Vol fiemies wees.
A
To be full of whims.
10
Q
Die gort is gaar.
A
The fat is in the fire.
11
Q
Die hande uit die mou steek.
A
Put the shoulder to the wheel.
12
Q
Elke huis het sy kruis.
A
There’s a skeleton in every cupboard
13
Q
Vir iemand ‘n klip uit die pad rol.
A
To do somebody a favor.
14
Q
Stadig oor die klippe.
A
Be careful. Go slowly.
15
Q
‘n Uiltjie knip.
A
To take a nap.
