proverb [proverb]

Ogopa kuku mwenye vifaranga

Maana (Definition)

A proverb advising respect and caution when dealing with mothers protecting their offspring.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

fear a mother hen with chicks / respect protective maternal instincts

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mzao ni mkali

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Animal Wisdom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usichezee familia yake kwani ogopa kuku mwenye vifaranga."

Translation: Do not mess with her family because fear a mother hen with chicks.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

haki ya mama Chini ya ulinzi