Sesotho - South Africa - Sotho
The elder tree bends before it breaks (Sesotho 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 Sotho / Sesotho. Use as starter content and replace with verified community-sourced wording where needed.