Stop shedding crocodile tears".
You might have heard or made this statement. The statement means an expression of sorrow or remorse that is insincere.
I think I have done such to avoid being punished as a child �.

Do you know that the expression 'Crocodile tears' is derived from crocodiles shedding tears? No? Yes it is.

Crocodiles really do shed tears while they eat their prey. Mind you, this is not because they feel guilty for their actions �. On the contrary, they relish such moment. it's just a feeding behaviour. The tears are produced as a result of the hisses and huffs they make while devouring their prey.

It's just like you consuming that hot spicy delicious meal and you make some inaudible sounds. Then some liquids come trickling down from your nose or tears drip out from your eyes (You know how it is �).

So, the statement 'crocodile tears' is not just an idiomatic expressions but a statement of fact. �

So tell me, have you ever shed crocodile tears? �

Yes naaaa na today. When the matter no too concern me and I don't want to be seen as a sabo or hypocrite na to join them shed tears or even laugh depending on the situation.