proverb [proverb]

Paka mafuta kwa mgongo wa chupa

Maana (Definition)

Proverb describing the act of giving false, superficial flattery to fool or manipulate someone.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rub oil on the back of a bottle / offer insincere flattery or deceptive praise

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kumpaka mtu mafuta

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Flattery Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usiamini maneno yake maana anapaka mafuta kwa mgongo wa chupa."

Translation: Do not trust his words because he is offering insincere flattery.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

sifa za uongo urai