Tag Archives: cows

Everyone knows they prefer accordions

Posted on October 27, 2019 by Confanity

牛に対して琴を弾ず (Ushi ni tai shite koto wo danzu; “Playing a koto for a cow”) Definition: No matter what you say to a fool, your words are wasted. Even the most moving stories or the most edifying sermon, or the most … Continue reading →

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If the cattle are horny, you shouldn’t care if they’re straight

Posted on July 14, 2019 by Confanity

角を矯めて牛を殺す (Tsuno wo tamete ushi wo korosu; “Straightening the horns, killing the cow”) Definition: A situation where trying to fix a small problem ruins the whole thing. The cure being worse than the disease. Hammering and pulling on a cow’s … Continue reading →

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