idiom [noun]

Onyo la kimya

Maana (Definition)

A stern look, silent posture, or ominous atmosphere signaling impending danger without words.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

silent warning / subtle ominous sign

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

onyo la kimya

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kukaa kimya kwa baba kulikuwa onyo la kimya kwa watoto."

Translation: Father's silence was a silent warning to the children.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Ishara ya mvua Tahadhari ni kinga