proverb [proverb]

Havunji mto kwa mguu

Maana (Definition)

A proverb warning against attempting foolish, dangerous tasks without adequate means.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

One does not cross a raging river on foot alone / Know your limits

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

usijaribu yasiyowezekana

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Tafuta chombo cha kuvuka, kwani mtu havunji mto kwa mguu."

Translation: Find a vessel to cross, for one does not brave a river on foot alone.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Tahadhari ni kinga