Q’ipir ch’uqi janiw, ukhamaraki jaqin ch’uqiwa

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Q'ipir ch'uqi janiw, ukhamaraki jaqin ch'uqiwa

Literal English Translation

A potato may not be silver, but a person's character is their true wealth.

Definition

Inner qualities are more important than material possessions.

Language

Aymara

Type

Floramorph

Subcategory

Vegetables, Grains, Legumes, Tubers, and Other Edibles