idiom [phrase]

Sauti ya upole

Maana (Definition)

A calm and soft speaking voice that defuses anger and reconciles conflicting parties.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

soothing gentle voice / peaceful tone

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sauti ya upole

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alitumia sauti ya upole kutuliza ghadhabu za majirani."

Translation: She used a soothing gentle voice to calm the neighbors' anger.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Upole Utulivu Amani