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swahili [noun]

Jaraha

Maana (Definition)

A physical cut or injury on the body; metaphorically, deep psychological trauma.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

open wound / physical trauma

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

donda

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

"Daktari alisafisha jaraha mguuni mwake."

Translation: The doctor cleaned the open wound on his leg.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Jeraha la rohoDonda
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