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coastal [interjection]

La haula wa la quwwata

Maana (Definition)

Profound Islamic coastal exclamation uttered upon hearing shocking or tragic news.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

phrase of dismay / seeking refuge in God

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

la haula

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic Phrase / Coastal
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"La haula wa la quwwata! Nyumba yote imeteketea kwa moto!"

Translation: There is no power save in God! The entire house has burned to ashes!

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
omba hifadhiZimia kwa mshtuko
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