proverb [proverb]

Bora kinga kuliko tiba

Maana (Definition)

A world-renowned Swahili proverb advising proactive prevention over corrective remedy.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Prevention is better than cure

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Bora kinga kuliko tiba

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Osha mikono yako kila mara; bora kinga kuliko tiba."

Translation: Wash your hands regularly; prevention is better than cure.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Afya Usalama