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swahili [noun]

Mpokaji wa hongo

Maana (Definition)

An official who unlawfully accepts money or gifts to influence public duties.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

bribe recipient / corrupt official

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

m-hongo

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

"Mpokaji wa hongo alikamatwa na maafisa wa kupambana na rushwa."

Translation: The bribe recipient was arrested by anti-corruption officers.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mrasimumla rushwa
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