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proverb [proverb]

Kawaida ni sheria

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching that established customs over time acquire binding force.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Custom becomes law / Habit turns into rule

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

custom ni law

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

"Hapa kijijini kawaida ni sheria na wote wanaifuata."

Translation: Here in the village custom is law and all abide by it.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
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