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coastal [noun]

Habedhi

Maana (Definition)

A state of severe adversity, extreme poverty, or intense physical and emotional hardship.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

extreme hardship / dire distress

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

shida

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

"Familia hiyo ilipitia habedhi kubwa wakati wa ukame."

Translation: That family went through extreme hardship during the drought.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
MasahibuBaada ya dhiki faraja
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