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swahili [noun]

Nuru

Maana (Definition)

Natural or artificial illumination that makes things visible, or divine clarity.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

light / brightness / spiritual illumination

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nuru

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

"Nuru ya asubuhi ilimulika chumba chote."

Translation: The morning light illuminated the entire room.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Taa ya mwangazaTaa ya mwangaza
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