idiom [noun]

Njaa ya elimu

Maana (Definition)

An intense, driving ambition to acquire knowledge and academic qualifications.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

hunger for knowledge / deep educational passion

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

thirst ya masomo

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Binti huyo ana njaa ya elimu inayomfanya asome usiku kucha."

Translation: That young woman has a hunger for knowledge that keeps her studying all night.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Bidii Elimu Uwezo