idiom [noun]

Ndumakuwili

Maana (Definition)

Referring to a burrowing blind snake, used metaphorically for a treacherous hypocrite who plays both sides.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

two-faced hypocrite / double-dealer

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ndumakuwili

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiomatic Metaphor

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Jiepushe na ndumakuwili yule anayechochochea pande zote."

Translation: Avoid that two-faced hypocrite who instigates both sides.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mnafiki msaliti