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Musakurudzira benzi nomupururu

Shona Definition

Kana munhu achiita chakaipa haafaniri kurumbidzwa.

English Translation

Do not cheer a foolish person on with ululation; someone who has behaved badly should not be given praise for it.

Cultural Context

“A skilled debater may throw this line at the other side after one of their speakers has just been applauded.”

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