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swahili [noun]

Jambazi

Maana (Definition)

A dangerous criminal who steals property by force or threat of violence.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

armed robber / ruthless gangster

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jambazi

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

"Polisi walimkamata jambazi sugu mtaani."

Translation: Police arrested a notorious armed robber in the neighborhood.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Arubaini za mwizi ni arobainimnyang'anyi
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