proverb [proverb]

Rika halileti hekima

Maana (Definition)

Proverb stating that good judgment comes from experience and character rather than years lived.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Age alone does not confer wisdom

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

years si hekima

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Sikiliza mashauri yake mazuri kwani rika halileti hekima."

Translation: Listen to his good counsel because age alone does not confer wisdom.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Hekima Busara Elimu haina umri