Goan Proverbs & Sayings

Proverb:

Khaun-jeun, beiman. 

Lit. translation:

Eat and dine, yet ungrateful.

Application:

This proverb describes a person who is provided with food and cared for, and yet is ungrateful.

Goan Proverbs & Sayings

Proverb:

Rup anjeachem, kortub devcharachem.

Lit. translation:

Image of an angel, deeds of a devil.

Application:

This proverb describes a hypocrite or a pretender very well. Someone with a smiling countenance, but with evil intentions.

Goan Proverbs & Sayings

Saying in Konkani:

Dekonk aslelea bemrean, dekhlem kalum,

addlem ghara, khuimche toulen galu'um.

Lit. translation:

A person sees clams for the first time,brings them home, but is confused and cannot decide for himself in which container he should put the clams in.

Meaning:

This proverb alludes to the fact that when someone is exposed to new found riches or wealth, he acts greedy and does not know a sensible way to enjoy his newly found bounty.