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proverb [proverb]

Tunda la subira ni tamu

Maana (Definition)

Proverb promising that patient endurance ultimately leads to rich rewards.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

The fruit of patience is sweet / enduring hardship brings joy

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

patience pays

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

"Usimonye tamaa; tunda la subira ni tamu siku zote."

Translation: Do not show greed; the fruit of patience is always sweet.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
SubiramafunakioZawadi
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