Tak ada beras yang akan ditanak

from indonesia

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From indonesia

Definition

A proverb meaning there is nothing valuable or special to be proud of.

Etymology

Derived from native Malay-Indonesian roots. This proverb utilizes an agrarian metaphor where 'rice' symbolizes capital or basic wealth, and 'cooking' represents the process of production; the absence of this basic material figuratively refers to poverty or a lack of any notable qualities to boast about.

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