swahili [noun]

Harambee ya matibabu

Maana (Definition)

A organized fund drive where friends and relatives gather to settle hospital bills for an ailing person.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

medical fundraising event / healthcare community support

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

harambee ya hospitali

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kenyan Swahili Custom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Walifanya harambee ya matibabu kugharamia upasuaji."

Translation: They held a medical fundraising event to cover the surgery costs.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mchango wa afya