Vietnam

When eating the fruit, remember who planted the tree.

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Cultural Note

A deeply held Vietnamese value about honouring the people, and the generations, whose effort made your comfort possible. It is often invoked around family, teachers, or ancestors rather than casual favours.

English equivalent:

Don't forget where you came from.

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