Ojú mẹ́wàá kò jọ ojú ẹni

Literal translation

Ten eyes is not the same as one's eyes

Figurative meaning

It implies that no matter how many people are involved in a situation, each person has their own perspective and understanding, which may differ from others.

Usage

Used when advising someone to verify information firsthand rather than acting blindly on gossip or hearsay

current · standard dialect

Themes & situations

caution, wisdom · advise

Source

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