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proverb [proverb]

Papara hazivunji mfupa

Maana (Definition)

Proverb warning that reckless haste produces no solid achievement or success.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

hurry does not break a bone / hasty actions yield poor results

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

haraka haina baraka

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

"Fanya kazi kwa mpango kwani papara hazivunji mfupa."

Translation: Do your work methodically because haste does not break a bone.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
UtulivuBusara
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