idiom [phrase]

Adhuhuri ya giza

Maana (Definition)

Literally 'dark noon', describing a sudden catastrophic turn of events during calm times.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

unexpected crisis during peaceful times

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

shida ya ghafla

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphorical Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kifo cha ghafla cha mzee kilikuwa adhuhuri ya giza."

Translation: The sudden death of the elder was an unexpected calamity in calm times.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Cheko la msiba msukosuko