Tanam lalang tak akan tumbuh padi
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From indonesia
Definition
A proverb meaning that evil deeds will bring evil consequences to the doer.
Etymology
A classical Malay proverb composed of 'tanam' (to plant), 'lalang' (weeds), 'tumbuh' (to grow), and 'padi' (rice plant). Its figurative meaning 'evil deeds cannot yield good results' has been present since Old Malay literature.
Semantic Category
Intangible concepts that cannot be physically touched (e.g., ide, rencana).
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