Proverb in the local language
A nzùg nne nzòg a vèvèñ.
You can never beat an elephant
Proverb's direct translation
Do not compete with the elephant in defecating.
Proverb's meaning
Understand your own physical or financial limits instead of ruining yourself trying to mimic others.
Equivalent proverb
Never bite off more than you can chew.
From: Fang of Equatorial Guinea
