idiom [verb]

Epua chuma motoni

Maana (Definition)

To intervene in a critical moment to salvage a situation from catastrophe.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rescue from imminent danger / pull iron out of fire

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

okoa jahazi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Cultural Expression

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Jitihada zake ziliepua chuma motoni dakika za mwisho."

Translation: His efforts rescued the situation from disaster at the last minute.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Okoa nusuru