Mwanamaji wa Kwale kufa maji mazoea
MEnglish Translation
For a seaman of Kwale, death by water is a common experience
Context & Meaning
Familiarity breeds contempt for danger
Proverb ID
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Proverbs starting with "M"
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The process of eating is not taught to a child
The process of eating is not taught to a child
Mkulima ni mmoja, walaji ni wengi
The farmer is one, but the eaters are many
The farmer is one, but the eaters are many
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Regret is like a grandchild; it comes a long time ...
Regret is like a grandchild; it comes a long time ...
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He who dances at his home is rewarded
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