General

Iri ukabi itiri Gikuyu

What is masai is not in kikuyu.

Direct Translation

What is masai is not in kikuyu.

Meaning & Interpretation

There is many a slip twixt the cup and the lip

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.