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idiom [phrase]

Badala ya shari chagua amani

Maana (Definition)

An admonition encouraging individuals to prioritize peaceful resolution over destructive disputes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

choose peace over conflict

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chagua amani

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Ethical Idiom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazee walitusihi badala ya shari chagua amani."

Translation: Elders urged us to choose peace over conflict.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
AmaniMaridhiano ya kitaifa
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