proverb [proverb]

Nyuki wa shambani hamwumi mkulima

Maana (Definition)

A proverb stating that familiar associates or home elements will not deliberately hurt you.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

a farm bee stings not its caretaker / familiar allies do no harm

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

rafiki hakudhuru

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usiogope majirani maana nyuki wa shambani hamwumi mkulima."

Translation: Do not fear neighbors because a farm bee stings not its caretaker.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Amani ujirani Uaminifu