Proverb from Malaysia

Malay

Sedia payung sebelum hujan.

“Have your umbrella ready before it rains.”

Meaning

Take precautions before trouble comes. The dictionary: “Berjaga-jaga dulu sebelum mendapat sesuatu bencana.”

The dictionary also gives the form “berpayung”: Berpayung sebelum hujan.

What is a proverb? A short, well-known, and memorable saying that expresses a common truth, practical experience, or piece of advice.