proverb [proverb]

Sema kweli ulinzi wa nafsi

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching that absolute honesty protects one from legal trouble and guilt.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Speak truth for it guards the soul / honesty brings ultimate protection

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sema ukweli uwe safe

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Moral Proverb

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Sema kweli ulinzi wa nafsi, usishiriki uongo unaoweza kukuletea maafa."

Translation: Speak truth for it guards the soul; do not engage in lies that bring calamity.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Ukweli Uaminifu Zingatia Maadili