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idiom [phrase]

Chatu wa mtaani

Maana (Definition)

Referring to a predatory person who quietly exploits others in a community.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

greedy predator / ruthless schemer

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mnyonyaji

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

"Tahadhari na chatu wa mtaani anayekopesha kwa faida kubwa."

Translation: Beware of the ruthless schemer who loans at huge interest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mlafimnyonyaji
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