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idiom [phrase]

Ametumbukia nyongo

Maana (Definition)

Describing a relationship or plan that has completely collapsed into bitter dispute.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ruined completely / turned sour

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

haribika kabisa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiomatic Expression
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Dili yao imetumbukia nyongo baada ya mzozo wa fedha."

Translation: Their deal turned sour after a financial dispute.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
haribikaAsiyesikia la mkuu huvunjika guu
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