Bosnian Proverbs

Bosnian proverbs carry mountain-born wit from a Balkan crossroads shaped by Ottoman and Austro‑Hungarian rule. They prize honor, hospitality, and humor that softens hardship in village life.

A tree does not grow from the sky. (Bosnian Proverb)
Clean your own yard first before asking others to clean theirs. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
During the battle you cannot lend your sword to anyone. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
He who heeds the first word of his wife must listen forever to the second. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Two things rule the world -- reward and punishment. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Don't be misled by the tears of a beggar. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
The eyes of all cheats are full of tears. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
A brave man seldom is hurt in the back. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Why would you use poison if you can kill with honey. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Who lies for you will lie against you. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
When an ant gets wings, it loses its head. (Bosnian Proverb)
When the ass was invited to the wedding feast he said, "They need more wood and water." View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
One who lies for you will also lie against you. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Where people are promising much to you, bring a small bag. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Not all shiny things are golden. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
The dog that barks doesn't bite. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
Who digs a trap for others ends up in it himself. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
If one sows pumpkins with the devil, they will bash onto one's head. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
A crow doesn't pick out another crow's eyes. (A thief does not steal from another thief) View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
God is our general in time of war. View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
A prudent man who knows proverbs, resolved problems. (Bosnian Proverb)
As the lion said, 'I will kill your lambs and you will remember my presence.' View proverb
Bosnian Proverb
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