proverb [proverb]

Asiyesikia la mkuu huvunjika guu

Maana (Definition)

A proverb warning that disregarding mature elder counsel leads to ruin.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

He who ignores an elder's advice breaks his leg

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Asiyesikia la mkuu huvunjika guu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Classic Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Sikiliza ushauri wa wazazi kwani asiyesikia la mkuu huvunjika guu."

Translation: Listen to parents' advice because he who ignores an elder breaks his leg.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

maonyo Adabu