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proverb [proverb]

Nabii haheshimiwi kwao

Maana (Definition)

A proverb teaching that people often fail to appreciate the great talents of someone they grew up with.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

a prophet is not honored in his hometown / familiar talents are undervalued

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dharau ya nyumbani

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

"Alipata sifa ugenini maana nabii haheshimiwi kwao."

Translation: He gained fame abroad because a prophet is not honored at home.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
dharau ya kienyejiusikubalike
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