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proverb [proverb]

Zuri la sura si zuri la roho

Maana (Definition)

Physical beauty can mask a wicked or deceitful character

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

A pretty face does not guarantee a good heart

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zuri sura si roho

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

"Usidanganyike, zuri la sura si zuri la roho"

Translation: Do not be deceived, a pretty face does not guarantee a good heart

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
UzuriRohoTabiaUrembo
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