proverb [proverb]

Mke ni nguo ukuta ni udongo

Maana (Definition)

Proverb emphasizing the duty of a husband to provide proper care and fine clothing for his wife.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

a wife is honored through fine care as a wall is preserved by plaster

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mhusika anahitaji matunzo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Marital Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mume mwema anajua mke ni nguo ukuta ni udongo."

Translation: A good husband knows that a wife is honored through proper care and clothing.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

matunzo ya ndoa Heshima