idiom [phrase]

Ona cha mtema kuni

Maana (Definition)

An idiomatic warning that one will suffer intense punishment or hardship for wrongdoing.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

suffer severe consequences / face harsh punishment

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ona moto / face music

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Ukiiba tena utaona cha mtema kuni mahakamani."

Translation: If you steal again you will suffer severe consequences in court.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

pata taabu Adhabu