idiom [phrase]

Cheza na moto

Maana (Definition)

To engage in hazardous or foolish activities that invite severe negative consequences.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

play with fire / court severe danger recklessly

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

cheza na moto

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kukiuka sheria za usalama ni kucheza na moto."

Translation: Violating safety rules is playing with fire.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Hatarishi Shinda majaribu