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proverb [proverb]

Simba mwenyewe haogopi msitu

Maana (Definition)

Traditional proverb denoting that a truly brave or competent person is undaunted by familiar challenges.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

The lion itself does not fear the forest / courage belongs to the strong

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

simba haogopi

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

"Mwamba huyo hakutetemeka kwani simba mwenyewe haogopi msitu."

Translation: That formidable man did not tremble, for the lion itself does not fear the forest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
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