Archives Tag: Igbo proverbs
Nigerian Food Proverbs and their Meanings (Part 1)
April 19, 2022
The proverb is an integral aspect of culture. It is drawn from a variety of sources and it is utilized to express wisdom, illustrate an idea, and teach life lessons. Some proverbs are drawn from food. This is largely because food is central to life and a reflection of the people. In a multi-ethnic country … Continue reading Nigerian Food Proverbs and their Meanings (Part 1)
20 Fascinating Proverbs from Chinua Achebe’s Works
April 19, 2022
One of the fascinating things about reading Prof. Chinua Achebe’s novels as a non-Igbo youngster was the way he peppered the book with proverbs – the palm oil with which words are eaten, according to him. Here are just 20 of the many proverbs his books presented to the world: 1. “Whatever tune you play in … Continue reading 20 Fascinating Proverbs from Chinua Achebe’s Works
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