“All grin teeth ain't laugh.”

A smiling face does not always mean genuine happiness.

“Old fire stick burns quick.”

Older people tire more quickly than the young.

“A still mouth keeps a wise head.”

Knowing when to stay silent is a sign of wisdom.

“Never spit in the sky; it will fall back in your face.”

Harmful actions eventually return to the one who caused them.

“Never cut down the tree that gives you shade.”

Do not harm the people or things that protect and support you.

“The monkey knows what tree to jump on.”

Experienced people instinctively know where to place their trust or effort.