proverb [proverb]

Hadhari kabla ya hatari

Maana (Definition)

Proverb advising people to take preventative measures before disaster strikes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Caution before danger / Prevention is better than cure

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

take care mapema

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kagua gari kabla ya safari ndefu maana hadhari kabla ya hatari."

Translation: Inspect the vehicle before a long trip because caution before danger is wise.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Tahadhari ni kinga