idiom [phrase]

Chafya ya paka

Maana (Definition)

Literally 'a cat's sneeze', used to describe a trivial issue unworthy of serious attention.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

trite insignificant event / minor sneeze

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mambo ndogo

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Maneno yake ni chafya ya paka usijali."

Translation: His remarks are a trite insignificant event, do not worry.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Dogo Bure