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swahili [verb]

Chana

Maana (Definition)

To untangle hair with a comb, split leaves, or chew fresh khat twigs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

comb hair / split palm leaves / chew khat

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chana

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

"Dada anachana nywele zake mbele ya kioo."

Translation: Sister is combing her hair in front of the mirror.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
chana nywelechanua
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