Proverb in the local language
Wohu se wo yonko abodwese rehye a na wasa nsuo asi wo dee ho.
When the neighbour’s beard is on fire
Proverb's direct translation
If you see your neighbour’s beard burning, fetch water for yours.
Proverb's meaning
Learn from the experience of others.
From: Akan
General comments
Akan live mainly in Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and Togo in West Africa.
