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proverb [proverb]

Mchezaji hafi na mpira

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching that one should share responsibilities or pass leadership before burnout.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

a player does not die holding the ball / pass responsibilities on time

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pass ball mapema

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

"Gawa kazi kwa wenzako maana mchezaji hafi na mpira."

Translation: Delegate work to your peers because a player does not die holding the ball.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
gawa majukumushirikiana
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