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Emakhuwa - Mozambique - Makhuwa

The canoe moves when both paddles agree (Emakhuwa seed expression 21)

The canoe moves when both paddles agree

Meaning

Partnership requires alignment.

Literal translation

canoe moves with agreeing paddles

Usage example

Let us agree first; the canoe moves when both paddles agree.

Let us agree first; the canoe moves when both paddles agree.

Cultural context

Additive seed entry for Makhuwa / Emakhuwa. Use as starter content and replace with verified community-sourced wording where needed.

Related idioms

Portuguese - Mozambique Agua mole em pedra dura tanto bate ate que fura. Bemba - Zambia The canoe moves when both paddles agree (Bemba seed expression 21) Tonga - Zambia The canoe moves when both paddles agree (Tonga seed expression 21) Nyanja - Zambia The canoe moves when both paddles agree (Nyanja seed expression 21)