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Definitions of "Peacock hide him foot wen him hear bout him tail" (Jamaican Proverb)



1. Peacock hide him foot wen him hear bout him tail


English Translation

The Peacock hides his foot when he hears about his tail.


Definition

A proud person does not like his little weaknesses exposed.


Related Words

One, one coco full basket , Mi cum yah fi drink milk, mi no cum yah fi count cow , Every hoe ha them stick a bush , Wah sweet nanny goat ago run him belly ,




posted by anonymous on October 3, 2022





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