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Kimbundu - Angola - Kimbundu

A goat tied near grain learns temptation (Kimbundu seed expression 12)

A goat tied near grain learns temptation

Meaning

People placed near temptation need discipline.

Literal translation

goat near grain learns temptation

Usage example

Set controls because a goat tied near grain learns temptation.

Set controls because a goat tied near grain learns temptation.

Cultural context

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

Related idioms

German - Germany Morgenstund hat Gold im Mund. Dutch - Netherlands De morgenstond heeft goud in de mond. Norwegian - Norway Morgenstund har gull i munn. Portuguese - Angola Agua mole em pedra dura tanto bate ate que fura.