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Pito nou lèd, nou la
Meaning
We may be struggling, hurting, or in bad shape, but we are still here and continuing to persevere.
This proverb expresses endurance and gratitude for still being alive or present despite difficult circumstances.
Translation: We may be in bad shape, but we are still here.
Literal Meaning: Better that we are ugly, but we are here.
Example 1
Jounen an pa t bon menm nan travay la. Pito nou lèd, nou la!
The day at work did not go well at all. We may be struggling, but we're still here!
Example 2
Zanmi m! Si m te kite doulè jenou sa a anpeche m, m pa t ap vin travay jodi a. Ebyen, pito nou lèd, nou la!
My friend! If I had let this knee pain stop me, I wouldn't have come to work today. Well, we may be hurting, but we're still here!
Fun Facts
The Haitian Creole proverb pito nou lèd, nou la expresses endurance, humility, and gratitude for still being present despite difficult circumstances.
Using this proverb acknowledges that the situation is not ideal without allowing those difficulties to defeat you.
It can refer to physical pain, financial hardship, emotional struggles, an unpleasant experience, or any other situation that requires perseverance.