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idiom [noun]

Jawabu la mkato

Maana (Definition)

A direct, concise answer that leaves no room for further argument.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

curt answer / definitive response

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jibu la mkato

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

"Alimpa jawabu la mkato lililomaliza mjadala."

Translation: He gave her a curt answer that ended the debate.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
jibu fupi
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