idiom [phrase]

Bandika bandua

Maana (Definition)

Literally 'sticking and peeling', describing relentless, continuous effort.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

continuous non-stop persistence / back-to-back action

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chapa kazi non-stop

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphorical Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Walifanya kazi ya ujenzi bandika bandua hadi usiku."

Translation: They carried out construction work back-to-back until night.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Bidii mfululizo