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idiom [phrase]

Chaguo la moyo

Maana (Definition)

Referring to a romantic partner chosen out of genuine affection rather than arrangement.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

heart's beloved choice / true soulmate

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chaguo la roho

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

"Alimuoa binti aliyekuwa chaguo la moyo wake."

Translation: He married the maiden who was his heart's beloved choice.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mpendwaMpenzi mtazamaji
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