idiom [verb]

Lifuate nyayo

Maana (Definition)

To emulate or copy the righteous actions, career path, or wisdom of a mentor.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

follow the footsteps / emulate exemplary model

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

fuata nyayo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kijana aliamua kulifuate nyayo za babaye katika uanasheria."

Translation: The youth decided to follow the footsteps of his father in law.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

iga mfano