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idiom [adjective]

Kama almasi ghafi

Maana (Definition)

Describing a person with immense natural talent or goodness who lacks formal polish.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

like a rough diamond / unpolished potential

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kama diamond

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

"Mchezaji huyo mpya ni kama almasi ghafi."

Translation: That new player is like a rough diamond.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
wenye uwezo
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