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swahili [noun]

Dharau

Maana (Definition)

Lack of respect or treating someone as beneath consideration.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

contempt / disrespect / disdain

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dharau

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic 'dhar'
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Dharau ni chanzo cha ugomvi mtaani."

Translation: Contempt is the source of conflict in the neighborhood.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Keromakejeli
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