proverb [proverb]

Inzi hazai nyuki

Maana (Definition)

Proverb stating that corrupt principles or rotten leadership cannot produce noble outcomes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

A fly cannot give birth to a bee / Bad origin yields bad results

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

uovu hauzai wema

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usimtarajie mwizi kuleta maendeleo, kwani inzi hazai nyuki."

Translation: Do not expect a thief to bring development, for a fly cannot breed a bee.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

matunda ya tabia