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idiom [noun]

Jioni ya dhahabu

Maana (Definition)

The beautiful golden glow of sunset, metaphorically referring to peaceful retirement years.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

golden twilight / serene evening of life

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jioni poa

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

"Mzee anafurahia jioni ya dhahabu ya maisha yake kijijini."

Translation: The elder is enjoying the serene golden evening of his life in the village.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
machweo ya amani
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