Literal translation
One bitten by a snake is afraid of a rope.
Contextual meaning
What it means
A painful experience can make someone cautious even around harmless things that resemble the original danger.
When people use it
In everyday life
Used when someone remains wary of a new agreement, relationship, or journey after being hurt before.
Editorial record
Source and status
- Source
- Traditional Pashto saying; printed source not yet documented.