proverb [proverb]

Dau la mnyonge haliendi joshi

Maana (Definition)

A traditional proverb signifying that underprivileged people face systemic hurdles when striving against powerful odds.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

A poor man's dhow cannot sail against the wind

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dau la mnyonge haliendi joshi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alijitahidi sana lakini dau la mnyonge haliendi joshi bila msaada."

Translation: He tried very hard, but a poor man's dhow cannot sail against the wind without aid.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mafundisho methali