swahili
[conjunction]
Ilihali
Maana (Definition)
Conjunction used to contrast two facts or statements.
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
whereas / while on the contrary
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
ilihali
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic 'ala hali
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Aliondoka kwa haraka ilihali wenzake walibaki wakiongea."
Translation: He left in a hurry whereas his colleagues stayed behind talking.
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):