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swahili [noun]

Kilima

Maana (Definition)

A naturally raised area of land, lower than a mountain.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

hill / knoll / elevated mound

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

hill

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

"Walipanda juu ya kilima kuangalia mandhari ya mji."

Translation: They climbed atop the hill to view the city scenery.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mlima mdogomwinuko
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