proverb [proverb]

Fumbo la mfumbaji

Maana (Definition)

A proverb stating that deep metaphorical sayings require the author's wisdom to decode.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

A riddle's secret is best understood by its creator

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

fumbo la mfumbaji

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usikimbilie kuhukumu maneno yake maana fumbo la mfumbaji huchapuka kwa wazee."

Translation: Do not rush to judge his words, for a creator's riddle is unlocked by elders.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

methali mafundisho