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proverb [proverb]

Yatima Hatifanyi

Maana (Definition)

Those who lack safety nets must be disciplined and prudent

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

An orphan does not play carelessly / One without backing must work hard

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

yatima ajipange

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

"Jitahidi masomoni, yatima hatifanyi mzaha"

Translation: Strive in studies, an orphan cannot afford to play around

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Jipange
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