Jamaican Proverbs

You never see smoke without fire.

Do not be misled by others’ excitement; use the facts to judge something for yourself.

Take what you can get until you can get what you want.

The mug is not broken, therefore the coffee is not thrown away (or wasted).

There’s someone out there for everyone.

If you cannot catch Quaku (Harry), catch his shirt

There is a fire blowing at the tail of the mouse, but he believes he is feeling the effects of a cooling breeze.

There is trouble in the business, and Anancy takes it home.

The alligator lays eggs, but he is not a fowl.