Proverb in the local language
Gariibu-gidallaa-gariibu kaŋ ga looma taa, ma koy kay windi meega ka nee: "War hoyoo mana kan de, war ciiroo mana maa": woo mana ti gariibu ga alwaazibi.
A beggar can’t choose
Proverb's direct translation
A beggar who makes door-to-door begging for alms does not have the right to appreciate the quality of the food offered to him.
Proverb's meaning
A beggar has no right to say what is good or bad.
Equivalent proverb
Beggars can't be choosers.
From: Mali
