proverb
[proverb]
Ulimi unauma kuliko meno
Maana (Definition)
Emotional hurt caused by harsh words lingers longer than physical injury
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
words bite deeper than teeth
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
ulimi unauma
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Wisdom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Usitukane watu kwani ulimi unauma kuliko meno"
Translation: Do not insult people because words bite deeper than teeth
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):