idiom [phrase]

Nguvu za soda

Maana (Definition)

An idiom describing initial intense enthusiasm that quickly fades away without lasting results.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

fizzled enthusiasm / short-lived effort

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nguvu za soda

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Social Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Bidii yake ilikuwa nguvu za soda maana aliacha kazi baada ya wiki moja."

Translation: His effort was short-lived enthusiasm because he quit work after one week.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

msukumo msisimko