PENN DUTCH PROVERBS

Proverb: Wann’d dich amme schwate Kessel reibscht, waerscht schwatz.

Translation: Rub up against a black kettle and you will become black.

What it really means: You’re influenced by those with whom you spend time.

penn dutch proverb - black kettle

 


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