Proverb in the local language
Ane ganda ane nyama hazvienzani neakabata hohwa.
Better a skin than…
Proverb's direct translation
He who has a skin has some meat, it is not the same as someone who has mushroom.
Proverb's meaning
It's better to have something insufficient than none at all.
Equivalent proverb
Half a loaf is better than no bread.
From: Shona of Zimbabwe
