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proverb [proverb]

Hodi hodi haingii mwenyeji

Maana (Definition)

A proverb pointing out that a master or rightful owner requires no formality in their own territory.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

A host does not knock on his own door / Owner needs no permission

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mwenye nyumba haombi permission

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

"Kama nyumba ni yako ingia tu kwani hodi hodi haingii mwenyeji."

Translation: If the house is yours just enter, for a host does not knock on his own door.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Hodi hodi haingii mwenyeji
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