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Balagha

Maana (Definition)

The art of persuasive, elevated, and elegant speech in Swahili literature.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rhetorical eloquence / poetic hyperbole

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

balagha

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic 'balaghah'
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mshairi alitumia balagha ya hali ya juu."

Translation: The poet utilized high rhetorical eloquence.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Fasahaufasaha
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