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Shona Definition
Munhu kana achinge awira mumatambudziko anomudzivaidza pfungwa, anongozoti chinenge chaitika ngachiitike. Anenge azvipira kusangana chero nechipi zvacho.
English Translation
Let come what may, for death is not something one can refuse. When trouble is unavoidable a person steels himself, accepts whatever follows, and is ready to face anything.
Cultural Context
“Said of the resolve found in hardship that cannot be escaped, as with an escaping prisoner of war who bears hunger and thirst to the utmost for the sake of freedom.”
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This is a variant of
Chauya-chauya / urwere hahurambwiWhatever arrives, arrives; sickness is not something you can turn away.