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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):
ubaya wa maneno
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