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idiom [phrase]

Baada ya kisa mkasa

Maana (Definition)

Used when a series of unfortunate events happen in rapid succession.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

one trouble right after another

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

shida juu ya shida

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

"Alipoteza kazi kisha akaibiwa; baada ya kisa mkasa."

Translation: He lost his job then got robbed; one trouble right after another.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Mkasamatatizo
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