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Xhosa - South Africa - Xhosa

A goat tied near grain learns temptation (Xhosa 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 Xhosa / Xhosa. Use as starter content and replace with verified community-sourced wording where needed.