swahili [conjunction]

Ikawa

Maana (Definition)

Conjunctive narrative transition meaning 'and so it turned out that'.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

and it came to pass / subsequently

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

so ikawa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Ikawa kwamba mvua ilipokatika, wote walirudi shambani."

Translation: And so it came to pass that when the rain stopped, everyone returned to the farm.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Hakikisha baadaye