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idiom [verb]

Gawa haki

Maana (Definition)

To administer judicial rulings or settle disputes with strict fairness and impartiality.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

dispense justice fairly / adjudicate impartially

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

gawa haki / toa haki

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

"Jaji aliahidi kugawa haki kwa pande zote mbili mahakamani."

Translation: The judge promised to dispense justice fairly to both parties in court.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
toa hakihukumu vyema
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