proverb [proverb]

Avumaye baharini ni papa kumbe wengi wamo

Maana (Definition)

A proverb teaching that prominent individuals often eclipse quiet, equally capable contributors.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

The shark gets all fame in the sea yet many others exist inside

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Avumaye baharini ni papa kumbe wengi wamo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Social Metaphor

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usimsifu kiongozi mmoja pekee; avumaye baharini ni papa kumbe wengi wamo."

Translation: Do not praise just one leader; the shark gets all fame yet many others exist.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Usawa Busara