Methali za Kiswahili
Discover the wisdom of East Africa through traditional Swahili proverbs
🌟 Proverb of the Day
Meaning: The patient one eats ripe fruit
Context: Patience pays off in the end
Meaning: Haste has no blessing
Context: Rushing things often leads to problems
Meaning: He who is not taught by his mother will be taught by the world
Context: Parents should teach their children well
Meaning: A guest for two days, on the third day give him a hoe
Context: Don't let guests overstay their welcome
Meaning: One farmer cannot survive alone
Context: Cooperation is essential for success
Meaning: Slowly slowly is the way to go
Context: Take your time to do things properly
Meaning: A hungry person has no manners
Context: Desperation can make people act inappropriately
Meaning: He who chooses a hoe is not a farmer
Context: A real farmer uses whatever tool is available
Meaning: An empty hand is not licked
Context: You must work to earn respect
Meaning: He who is choosy gets a hut
Context: Being too picky can lead to settling for less
Meaning: The one with problems is himself
Context: Everyone must solve their own problems
Meaning: The strong one is the peaceful one
Context: True strength lies in peace and restraint