1
Wisdom & Knowledge
KOU MANA FAIYA DOU JAROU THY NDOJE
He who knows swimming, dies not in the water.
Knowledge and skills are essential for survival and success in life.
2
Pride & Confidence
SOU SIPOU NGABO GUENNETEY PATE
If he who buys milk is proud, he who sells it should be prouder.
The provider has more reason to be proud than the recipient.
3
Action & Results
NAIJE LAMIGNE THU NDIAEE, DEMMA FOU SOERY A KO GUENNA
To vaunt one's goods is good, but it is better to go where they are bought.
Actions speak louder than words; results matter more than promises.
4
Truth & Honesty
BATE OU DEUGNE YOMBA NA JAMA
The voice of truth is easily known.
Truth has a distinct quality that makes it recognizable and trustworthy.
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Communication
KOU LA NI, NGA NI KO, JOULO NIAW GAW
If you speak to him who speaks to you, a dispute will soon start up.
Engaging in conversation with those who provoke can lead to unnecessary conflicts.