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mi throw mi corn mi neva call nuh fowl

proverb

/mɪ t͡ʃ(ʴ)ʷoː mɪ kɑːn

English Definition

if the cap fits, wear it; if the shoe fits, wear it

Etymology

  • (Literally, "I scattered my corn; I didn't invite the chickens.")

Examples

  • "“"Mi throw mi corn, mi neva call nuh fowl." Who the cap fits? Usually means they make general statements without convicting anyone in particular. […]”"

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