proverb [proverb]

Mtoto wa nyoka ni nyoka

Maana (Definition)

Proverb stating that children inherit the fundamental nature, talents, or flaws of their parents.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

the child of a snake is a snake / lineage dictates character

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

damu ni ile ile

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kijana huyo ni hodari wa biashara kama babaye kwani mtoto wa nyoka ni nyoka."

Translation: That young man is skilled in business like his father because the child of a snake is a snake.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Asili Damu mzao