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swahili [verb]

Gawa

Maana (Definition)

To divide into portions and distribute among several recipients.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

distribute / share out / dole out

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

gawa

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

"Serikali aligawa msaada wa chakula kwa waathiriwa wa ukame."

Translation: The government distributed food relief to drought victims.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
GawiaTawanya mawazoToa
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