proverb [proverb]

Babu akipanda mti mjukuu hula matunda

Maana (Definition)

A proverb emphasizing that farsighted investments benefit future generations.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

When grandfather plants a tree the grandchild enjoys the fruit

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Babu akipanda mti mjukuu hula matunda

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Generational Wisdom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Weka akiba ya baadaye maana babu akipanda mti mjukuu hula matunda."

Translation: Invest for the future because when a grandfather plants a tree the grandchild eats fruit.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Akiba Urithi