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swahili [noun]

Nia njema

Maana (Definition)

An honest, benevolent purpose driving a person's actions toward others.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

good intention / goodwill / honorable motive

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vibe safi / good intention

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic Loanword ('niyyah')
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alitusaidia kwa nia njema bila kuomba malipo."

Translation: He assisted us with goodwill without asking for payment.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
dhamiraWemaUkarimu
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