idiom [phrase]

Chomekea maneno

Maana (Definition)

To cleverly insert subtle insinuations or sly remarks into a conversation.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

interject sly comments / drop subtle hints

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

weka maneno

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usichomekee maneno meza ya majadiliano bila idhini."

Translation: Do not interject sly comments at the negotiation table without permission.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Leo ni leo asemaye kesho ni mwongo Biringiza macho