idiom [noun]

Kilio cha samaki

Maana (Definition)

Deep suffering endured silently by someone where others cannot perceive their pain.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

unseen suffering / unheard distress

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kilio cha samaki

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Marine Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kazi yake ngumu ni kama kilio cha samaki baharini."

Translation: His hard struggle is like unseen suffering in the sea.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mateso ya siri