proverb [proverb]

Ndimu haikati kiu

Maana (Definition)

Proverb teaching that small superficial remedies cannot satisfy major underlying needs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

a lime does not quench thirst / partial measures fail to solve deep problems

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

suluhu ya nusu

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Tafuta chakula kamili maana ndimu haikati kiu."

Translation: Look for proper food because a lime does not quench thirst.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

nusu hatua Ganga ajaye na mganga hajaye