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idiom [phrase]

Bahari ya fumbo

Maana (Definition)

Describing a deeply complex situation or secret that cannot easily be untangled.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ocean of mystery / profound enigma

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mambo ya siri

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

"Maisha ya binadamu ni bahari ya fumbo."

Translation: Human life is an ocean of mystery.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
FumboUjasiri
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