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Proverb in the local language
M'vuzi kantsu udzi huziwa, m'vuzi ya udzi huziwa kantsu m'vuzi ya ulu.
Proverb's direct translation
A fisherman does not refuse to be sold to; the fisherman who is sold to is not a fisherman of prestige.
Proverb's meaning
When you are in a position of need, you must swallow your pride to survive.
Equivalent proverb
Beggars can't be choosers.
From: Comoros

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