proverb [proverb]

Dawa ya moto ni moto

Maana (Definition)

A proverb stating that harsh aggression must be countered with equal force.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Fire is cured with fire

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Dawa ya moto ni moto

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Aliposhambuliwa alijibu mara moja kwani dawa ya moto ni moto."

Translation: When attacked he retaliated instantly because fire is cured with fire.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kujihami Jibu