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proverb [proverb]

Bora afya kuliko mali

Maana (Definition)

A proverb emphasizing that personal wellbeing is far more valuable than riches.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Health is preferable to material wealth

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Bora afya kuliko mali

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Health Wisdom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Utunzaji wa mwili ni muhimu maana bora afya kuliko mali."

Translation: Taking care of the body is vital because health is better than wealth.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
AfyaKamba ya uzima
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