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swahili [noun]

Basua

Maana (Definition)

Temporary disorientation or confusion resulting from shock or heat.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

mental dizziness / state of bewilderment

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

giza la akili

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu origin
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alipata basua baada ya kukaa juani muda mrefu."

Translation: He suffered mental dizziness after staying in the sun for long.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kuchanganyikiwakizunguzungu
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