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Iltimasi

Maana (Definition)

A respectful, formal request or earnest prayer made to an authority.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

humble petition / earnest plea

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

plea

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

"Wazee walituma iltimasi kwa serikali kujenga daraja."

Translation: The elders sent a humble petition to the government to build a bridge.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Biashara haigombiHapatikani kwa maombi
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