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swahili [noun]

Chanda cha mkono

Maana (Definition)

The forefinger used traditionally for pointing or emphasizing spoken directions.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

index finger / pointing digit

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chanda cha mkono

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Anatomical Term
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mzee alionyesha njia kwa kutumia chanda cha mkono."

Translation: The elder indicated the path using his index finger.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kuuma kidoleChanda na pete
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