proverb [proverb]

Ngoja ngoja huumiza tumbo

Maana (Definition)

Proverb advising prompt action, warning that procrastination leads to loss and suffering.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

hesitation hurts the stomach / delay leads to missed opportunities

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

haraka upate fursa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Chukua hatua sasa kwani ngoja ngoja huumiza tumbo."

Translation: Take action now because hesitation hurts the stomach.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

usichelewe Udongo uwahi uli maji