proverb [proverb]

Riba ya haramu huangamiza mali

Maana (Definition)

Proverb warning that profits earned through exploitation or extortion eventually collapse.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Unlawful usury destroys wealth / tainted gain leads to loss

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

usury huharibu pesa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Ethical Wisdom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wekeza kwa njia halali kwani riba ya haramu huangamiza mali."

Translation: Invest through lawful means because unlawful usury destroys wealth.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Haki Uaminifu