proverb [proverb]

Kibendera kufuata upepo

Maana (Definition)

Proverb describing a person who shifts allegiance based on whichever side is winning.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

A flag follows the wind / Opportunist with no fixed principle

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

turncoat

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usimwamini maana ni kibendera kufuata upepo."

Translation: Do not trust him because he is a flag following the wind.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mnafiki mfuasi