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Shona Definition
Hapana chinhu chinogara chiine mukurumbira nokusingaperi. Chinhu chose chinototi chipere nomumwe mutoo.
English Translation
Nothing keeps its renown forever; everything comes to an end one way or another. A good name is a fragile thing and will fall apart if it is not looked after.
Cultural Context
“Used when speaking about the impermanence of fame and the care a reputation needs.”
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