Japanese meaning of 猫に小判
Reading:
ねこにこばん (Neko ni koban)
English Translation:
Casting pearls before swine
Scene & Cultural Context
Cultural Context:
Japanese proverbs often use animals to symbolize human behavior.
動物を使った例えが日本のことわざには多いです。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
Uses the particle "に" to show the giving of something to another.
Trap for English Speakers
Literal translation may seem odd; cats don't value gold—it's about value and understanding.