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swahili [conjunction]

Licha ya hayo

Maana (Definition)

Conjunction indicating that a fact remains true despite preceding circumstances.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

notwithstanding that / despite that

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

licha ya hayo

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

"Kulikuwa na mvua lakini licha ya hayo mkutano uliendelea."

Translation: There was rain but despite that the meeting proceeded.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ingawa
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