swahili [noun]

Kajitu

Maana (Definition)

A diminutive or dwarfish person or folklore entity often associated with mischief.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

dwarfish imp / tiny menacing creature

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kajitu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Diminutive Noun

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Hadithi ya kale inazungumzia kajitu kilichoishi msituni."

Translation: An ancient tale speaks of a dwarfish imp that lived in the forest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mtu mdogo