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idiom [verb]

Wekea Mpaka

Maana (Definition)

To establish limits on behavior, access, or scope

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

set boundaries / restrict

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

weka mpaka

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

"Lazima uwekee mpaka matumizi ya pesa"

Translation: You must set boundaries on financial expenditure

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kikomo
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