Proverb in the local language
Ateyera mariva murutsva / haachatyi mhapa kusviba.
Burnt grass and aprons
Proverb's direct translation
One who has set traps in burnt grass no longer fears his apron getting dirty.
Proverb's meaning
A man must take the consequences of his actions.
From: Shona of Zimbabwe
General comments
The Banyankore of Uganda have a vulgar and sexist saying: "A woman who has undressed does not fear the size of the manhood".
