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swahili [noun]

Dhuluma

Maana (Definition)

Unfair treatment, wrongful deprivation, or exercise of tyrannical power.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

injustice / oppression / extortion

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dhuluma

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

"Mahakama ilipigana dhidi ya dhuluma ili kulinda haki za wananchi."

Translation: The court fought against injustice to safeguard citizens' rights.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ukosefu wa hakiuonevu
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