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proverb [proverb]

Hata mbuyu ulianza kama mche

Maana (Definition)

Proverb encouraging perseverance by reminding people that giant institutions start small.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Even the baobab started as a sapling / Humble beginnings lead to greatness

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kila kitu kinaanza chini

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Anza biashara yako ndogo maana hata mbuyu ulianza kama mche."

Translation: Start your small business because even a baobab started as a sapling.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mwanzo mdogo
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