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Definitions of "Wanti wanti cyah get eh, getti getti nuh want eh" (Jamaican Proverb)



1. Wanti wanti cyah get eh, getti getti nuh want eh


English Translation

Those who really want something cannot get it, those who are always getting things do not want it


Definition

This suggest that some of us place very little value on things that are more important to others who are unable to get these things. Count your blessings and do not take what you have for granted.


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 September 1, 2014