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swahili [verb]

Jitegemea

Maana (Definition)

To rely on one's own capabilities and resources.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

to be self-reliant / autonomous

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

jitegemee

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

"Vijana wanahimizwa kujitegemea kiuchumi."

Translation: Youths are encouraged to be economically self-reliant.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Jitegemeajisaidia
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