All fish does bite but shark does get di blame.

“All fish bite, but the shark gets the blame.”

Those with a history of bad behavior are blamed first, even when others are equally guilty.

Dutty han mek greasy mout.

“Dirty hands make a greasy mouth.”

Hard work brings its own reward; those who labor will eat well.

Dutty water will out fyah.

“Dirty water will put out fire.”

Everything has its use, however humble or unclean it may seem.

Studyation betta dan education.

“Studyation is better than education.”

Common sense and lived wisdom can matter more than formal schooling.

Fisherman know everyday is fishing day, but not everyday is catching day.

“Every day is a fishing day, but not every day is a catching day.”

Effort must be made consistently, even though results are not guaranteed every time.

Once a man, twice a chile.

“Once a man, twice a child.”

In old age, people can return to childlike dependence and behavior.