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Hedaya

Maana (Definition)

A cherished gift, keepsake, or token presented to express deep esteem.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

prized souvenir / precious gift

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tuzo

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic hadiyah
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alirejea kutoka Lamu na hedaya ya mkufu wa fedha."

Translation: She returned from Lamu with a prized silver necklace gift.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ZawadiHiba
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