swahili [noun]

Abunuwas

Maana (Definition)

A legendary witty character in Swahili folk tales who outsmarts rulers with sharp humor.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

cunning trickster / witty folkloric figure

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

janja wa story

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili folklore loan

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alitumia akili kama Abunuwas kutoka kwenye tatizo."

Translation: He used sharp wit like Abunuwas to escape trouble.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mjanja msanii