Posakiai
Posakiai are short, fixed expressions in Lithuanian that convey general truths, practical guidance, or moral lessons. They function as compact pieces of folk wisdom, often metaphorical, with imagery drawn from everyday life—animals, nature, work, and family life. They spread orally across generations and regions, producing numerous dialect variants and styles.
As a facet of Lithuanian folklore and linguistic heritage, posakiai appear in folk songs, tales, and everyday
Etymology and scope: The term posakis is generally linked to the verb sakyti, “to say,” and is