proverb [proverb]

Zembea Usipoteze

Maana (Definition)

Warning against laziness lest one forfeits valuable wealth or position

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

don't be lazy and lose your asset

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zembea usipoteze

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Wisdom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Fanya kazi kwa makini, zembea usipoteze riziki yako"

Translation: Work carefully, do not be lazy and lose your livelihood

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Tahadhari ni kinga