Colombian Spanish proverbs often reflect the country’s diverse regions and cultures. “Amor de lejos, felices los cuatro” (Love from afar, four people are happy) humorously implies that long-distance relationships lead to infidelity. “No dé papaya” (Don’t give papaya) means don’t make yourself an easy target. “El que tiene tienda que la atienda, o si no que la venda” (He who has a shop should mind it, or else sell it) advises taking responsibility for one’s affairs.
Unusual Proverbs in Colombian Spanish
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