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idiom [noun]

Chura wa kisima

Maana (Definition)

A metaphor for a person with limited worldview who believes their tiny surroundings represent the entire world.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

person of narrow horizons / parochial mind

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chura wa shimo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphor
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usisafiri na chura wa kisima asiyeelewa maisha ya nje."

Translation: Do not travel with a person of narrow horizons who doesn't understand the outside world.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ufinyu wa lisheUelewa
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