idiom
[noun]
Dawati la hekima
Maana (Definition)
An assembly or body of wise community leaders consulted for advice.
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
council of elders / seat of counsel
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
baze ya wazee
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphorical Phrase
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Kijana alipeleka mgogoro wake kwenye dawati la hekima."
Translation: The youth presented his dispute to the council of elders.
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):