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idiom [phrase]

Zijue zama

Maana (Definition)

Being aware of ongoing socioeconomic trends and shifts

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

know the times / understand current reality

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jua rada

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

"Lazima uzijue zama ili ufanikiwe"

Translation: You must understand the current times to succeed

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tambua
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