proverb [proverb]

Dawa ya moto si majivu tu

Maana (Definition)

A proverb teaching that overcoming deep-rooted problems requires active effort, not passive waiting.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Fire is not quenched by ashes alone

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

Dawa ya moto si majivu tu

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Chukua hatua madhubuti maana dawa ya moto si majivu tu."

Translation: Take firm action because fire is not quenched by ashes alone.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Hekima Hatua suluhu