swahili [noun]

Hakimu wa amani

Maana (Definition)

A judicial officer designated to resolve local disputes and maintain community harmony.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

magistrate of peace / justice of the peace

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

hakimu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Legal Term

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Hakimu wa amani alisuluhisha mgogoro wa shamba kwa haki."

Translation: The magistrate of peace resolved the land dispute justly.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Mwamuzi wa haki