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Emakhuwa - Mozambique - Makhuwa

The elder tree bends before it breaks (Emakhuwa seed expression 31)

The elder tree bends before it breaks

Meaning

Flexibility prevents destruction.

Literal translation

elder tree bends before break

Usage example

Adjust the plan; the elder tree bends before it breaks.

Adjust the plan; the elder tree bends before it breaks.

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 elder tree bends before it breaks (Bemba seed expression 31) Tonga - Zambia The elder tree bends before it breaks (Tonga seed expression 31) Nyanja - Zambia The elder tree bends before it breaks (Nyanja seed expression 31)