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swahili [noun]

Hijra

Maana (Definition)

A migration or departure undertaken for safety, religious, or socio-economic reasons.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

migration / exodus / spiritual journey

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

trip

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

"Ndege wanafanya hijra kutoka kaskazini wakati wa baridi."

Translation: Birds undertake migration from the north during winter.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
uhamajiSafari
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