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swahili [noun]

Masahibu

Maana (Definition)

Great hardships, misfortunes, or adverse experiences that test endurance.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

severe tribulations / misfortunes / trials of life

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

shida kibao / ngori za maisha

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic loanword ('masa'ib')
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alisimulia masahibu yaliyompata wakati wa ukame."

Translation: He recounted the severe tribulations that befell him during the drought.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ShidamikosiCheko la msiba
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