Once again, Expat.com brings to you one of the most popular Mauritian creole expressions: Pez nene bwar dilwil.
“Pez nene bwar dilwil” literally translates to "Pinch your nose and drink the oil." This expression means to be reluctantly patient until a situation improves.
For example, if you are no longer enjoying your job and waiting for a better deal, what do you do? “Pez nene bwar dilwil”.
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