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swahili [noun]

Elfu

Maana (Definition)

The numerical value of one thousand (1,000).

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

one thousand

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ngiri

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

"Alilipia bidhaa hiyo kwa shilingi elfu moja."

Translation: He paid for that item with one thousand shillings.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ngirithao
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