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Shona Definition
Zvinotora nguva kuti bukira romukonde rife sezvo rakadzivirirwa neminzwa. Vanhu vanotaura tsumo iyi vachinyomba vamwe vanenge vachidada norugare rwavo.
English Translation
The mukonde tree's growing bud is slow to die because thorns shield it; likewise some people seem protected and long-lasting in their comfort.
Cultural Context
“Quoted as a jibe at well-off people who show off their easy circumstances.”
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