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idiom [phrase]

Ikiingia jioni

Maana (Definition)

Refers to the transitional period of late afternoon when twilight begins and work ends.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

at eventide / as dusk falls

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kikiumuka

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Ikiingia jioni wavuvi huanza kutayarisha nyavu zao."

Translation: As dusk falls fishermen begin preparing their nets.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Jioni
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