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Xhosa - South Africa - Xhosa

The loudest rooster does not always see dawn first (Xhosa seed expression 28)

The loudest rooster does not always see dawn first

Meaning

Confidence is not the same as wisdom.

Literal translation

loud rooster not first dawn

Usage example

Listen carefully; the loudest rooster does not always see dawn first.

Listen carefully; the loudest rooster does not always see dawn first.

Cultural context

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

Related idioms

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