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idiom [phrase]

Enzi za kale

Maana (Definition)

Referring to historical eras long passed.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

antiquity / ancient days of yore

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zamani za kale

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

"Enzi za kale biashara ya jahazi ilinawiri."

Translation: In ancient days the dhow trade flourished.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ZamaniKula kalenda
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