idiom [verb]

Shuka ngazi

Maana (Definition)

To voluntarily resign from a position of leadership or step down to a humble role.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

step down from office / relinquish high status

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

shuka ngazi

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Waziri aliamua kushuka ngazi baada ya kashfa hiyo kufichuka."

Translation: The minister decided to step down from office after the scandal was exposed.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

jiuzulu Ondoka anapokaa simba Cheo ni dhamana