Igbo - Nigeria - Igbo
The field rewards the hand, not the wish (Igbo seed expression 45)
The field rewards the hand, not the wish
Meaning
Results follow action, not desire alone.
Literal translation
field rewards hand
Usage example
Work for it; the field rewards the hand, not the wish.
Work for it; the field rewards the hand, not the wish.
Cultural context
Additive seed entry for Igbo / Igbo. Use as starter content and replace with verified community-sourced wording where needed.