idiom [phrase]

Chembe ya imani

Maana (Definition)

Even the smallest amount of trust or belief remaining in a dark situation.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

tiny shred of faith / kernel of belief

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

imani kidogo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphor

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alikuwa na chembe ya imani kwamba kila kitu kitakuwa sawa."

Translation: She held onto a tiny shred of faith that all would be well.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Imani Rasi ya matumaini