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Ilhamu

Maana (Definition)

A sudden flash of creative insight, artistic motivation, or spiritual guidance.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

divine inspiration / creative enlightenment

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

idea ya nguvu

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

"Mshairi alipata ilhamu ya kuandika shairi lake jipya."

Translation: The poet gained divine inspiration to write his new poem.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
msukumo
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