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proverb [proverb]

Hekima hainunuliki kwa fedha

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching that deep understanding and moral discernment cannot be acquired through financial wealth.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Wisdom cannot be bought with money / Character transcends wealth

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

busara si doo

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

"Matajiri wengi hujifunza kuwa hekima hainunuliki kwa fedha."

Translation: Many wealthy people learn that wisdom cannot be bought with money.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Busara
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