idiom [verb]

Salimu amri

Maana (Definition)

To concede defeat, lay down arms, or submit fully to lawful instructions.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

surrender completely / yield to authority

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

salimu amri

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Military Metaphor

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mwizi alisalimu amri baada ya kuzingirwa na askari wa doria."

Translation: The thief surrendered completely after being surrounded by patrol officers.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

jisalimisha Kubali Tulia kama maji ya mtungi