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idiom [verb]

Lipa fadhila

Maana (Definition)

To reciprocate help or show tangible gratitude for good deeds.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

repay a kindness / show gratitude

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

lipa fadhila

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

"Ni vizuri kulipa fadhila kwa aliyekusaidia."

Translation: It is good to repay kindness to the one who helped you.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
shukuru
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