Explore Arabic traditional proverbsReviewed 2026-09-27
Meaning: Verified- English translation
Trust the job to people who can do it well, even if they take a large share.
- Literal wording
Hand the bread over to its bakers, even if they eat half of it.
- Meaning and lesson
Skill can be worth a substantial sacrifice: a capable person may leave you with less, but an unskilled person could ruin the whole task.
- When it is used
Advice when choosing a skilled worker whose terms seem costly over someone less capable.
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