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coastal [noun]

Izara ya aibu

Maana (Definition)

A notorious, highly public event that brings acute humiliation upon a person or family.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

public scandal of disgrace / severe ignominy

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

izara

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic izar / Coastal
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kitendo hicho kilisababisha izara ya aibu mtaani."

Translation: That act caused a public scandal of disgrace in the neighborhood.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
fedheha
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