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swahili [noun]

Kipande cha mkate

Maana (Definition)

A slice of bread; metaphorically minimal daily nourishment.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

piece of bread / daily sustenance

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

bread piece

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

"Aligawa kipande cha mkate kwa mtoto aliyekuwa na njaa."

Translation: He shared a piece of bread with the hungry child.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ChakulaSiagi kwenye mkate
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