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proverb [proverb]

Tona kwa tona hujaza kibaba

Maana (Definition)

Proverb encouraging patience and small consistent efforts toward great goals.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

Drop by drop fills the measure / incremental savings build wealth

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

drop by drop inajaza

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

"Usidharau akiba ndogo; tona kwa tona hujaza kibaba."

Translation: Do not despise small savings; drop by drop fills the measure.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
AkibaHaba na haba hujaza kibaba
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