Proverb in the local language
Ahunu-bi-pen nti na aserewa regyegye ne ba agoro a na wayi n’ani ato nkyen.
I have seen that before
Proverb's direct translation
It is because of “I have seen some before” that when the Aserewa (small bird) is entertaining its young it looks away.
Proverb's meaning
If you make a mistake, be extra cautious next time.
Equivalent proverb
Once bitten, twice shy.
From: Akan
General comments
The Akan live mostly in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire.
