General

Mũndũ mũrũme ndĩrĩa na ithig

A man without a wife is like a tree without branches

Direct Translation

A man without a wife is like a tree without branches

Meaning & Interpretation

Highlights the importance of partnership and family

About Kenyan Proverbs

Proverbs are an integral part of Kenyan oral tradition, carrying the wisdom of our ancestors. They are used to teach moral values, settle disputes, and pass down cultural knowledge through generations.