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English - United Kingdom - British English

A child who asks the road does not sleep in the bush

Meaning

Seeking guidance prevents avoidable trouble.

Usage example

Ask for directions; a child who asks the road does not sleep in the bush.

Cultural context

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

Related idioms

English - Zambia It takes a village. Yoruba - Nigeria Bi omode ba subu a wo iwaju. English - United States Do not count your chickens before they hatch. English - Canada The early bird catches the worm.