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proverb [proverb]

Nchafuko wa bahari huleta lulu

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching that turbulent times and struggle often produce the most valuable life rewards.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Rough seas bring forth pearls / hardship leads to valuable outcomes

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ngori huleta ma-pros

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Maritime Wisdom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usikate tamaa kwa matatizo"

Translation: kwani nchafuko wa bahari huleta lulu.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Do not lose hope over troublesfor rough seas bring forth pearlsBaada ya dhiki ni farajaUgumu huzaa matunda
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