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swahili [verb]

Onya kwa mfano

Maana (Definition)

To guide and correct others by personal adherence to high standards rather than empty words.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

admonish by setting an example / teach through role modeling

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

lead kwa mfano

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Moral Phrase
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazazi wanapaswa kuonya kwa mfano ili watoto wafuate."

Translation: Parents should admonish by setting an example for children to follow.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Lina MfanofundishaOngoza
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