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proverb [proverb]

Asiyekujua hakuthamini

Maana (Definition)

A proverb advising against feeling hurt when strangers overlook your talents or dignity.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

One who does not know your worth does not value you

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Asiyekujua hakuthamini

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Social Wisdom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usikasirike na maneno yao maana asiyekujua hakuthamini."

Translation: Do not be upset by their words because he who knows you not values you not.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
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