Archives: Tsumo

Translation The hindmost beast is exposed to the beatings. Application Continuing to do something after everyone else has stopped could lead one into trouble. Sometimes … Read more

Definitions njera: finger millet Translation Millet that gets left behind in the field is the one that gets picked by the birds. Application Continuing to … Read more

Definitions mhina: arrow with wooden head (used for killing birds and mice) Translation A bird that trails behind the rest in a flock is the … Read more

Definitions tsvara: reveal (by scratching) something covered up Translation He who has enquired has revealed the wrong. Application Some things seem like disturbances when said … Read more

Definitions mavi: evil idi: truth Translation He who has spoken of the evil has caused the truth to be revealed. Application Some things seem like … Read more

Definitions bvongodza: Stir up a liquid Translation Stirring (stagnant) water is getting it to flow. Application Some things seem like disturbances when said or done, … Read more

Definitions jedye: bullfrog takunya: flick away Translation Flicking away a bullfrog is helping it cross over. Application Some things seem like disturbances when said or … Read more

Definitions hwenyeri: betrayer Translation White attire is a betrayer. Application Behavior that stands out gives away a person. If someone wants to go undetected, they … Read more

Translation Winking in the dark is just straining the forehead unnecessarily. Application There is no point in doing something directed at someone who will never … Read more

Definitions ronda: follow the scent or track of an animal Translation An animal that has not left a trail of blood cannot be tracked. Application … Read more