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proverb [proverb]

Mpishi hagombee jiko

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching workers to respect their duties and maintain harmony in their workspace.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

a cook does not quarrel with the kitchen / accept your workstation calmly

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kubali kazi yako

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

"Fanya kazi yako kwa amani maana mpishi hagombee jiko."

Translation: Do your work peacefully because a cook does not quarrel with the kitchen.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
KaziUtulivu
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