General

Karatũ gatagwo na kũgũrũ kwa mwene

The shoe is made for the foot that will wear it or Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches or To each their own.

Direct Translation

The shoe is made for the foot that will wear it or Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches or To each their own.

Meaning & Interpretation

You are the best judge of your own life, choices, and circumstances.

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.