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To be a sweet potato or cocoyam

Proverb in the local language
Na sweet potatoe leavam they di chop ei raw. Try mami coco.
Proverb's direct translation
It is the sweet potato that allows itself to be eaten raw; try that with the cocoyam (taro).
Proverb's meaning
If you’re being taken advantage of, it is because you permitted it.
From: Cameroon

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