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proverb [proverb]

Siri ya mtungi aijuaye kata

Maana (Definition)

Proverb stating that only those intimately involved in a household or situation understand its depth.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

The secret of the jar is known by the ladle / closest insiders know the truth

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

siri ni ya insider

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

"Usihukumu familia hiyo; siri ya mtungi aijuaye kata."

Translation: Do not judge that family; the secret of the water jar is known by the ladle.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
UjasiriUndani wa sheriaShina la familia
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