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idiom [phrase]

Bao la mtaji

Maana (Definition)

The core initial capital needed to launch a business venture.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

foundation capital / seed money

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chapaa ya kuanza

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

"Alitumia bao la mtaji kuanzisha duka la nguo."

Translation: He used his seed capital to start a clothing shop.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ulevi si mtajiAkiba
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