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swahili [noun]

Nyumba

Maana (Definition)

A building for human habitation, providing shelter, family life, and security.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

house / home / abode / residence

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

keja / nyumba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root (-yumba)
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nyumba yao ilijengwa kwa mawe na kuwa na bustani nzuri."

Translation: Their house was built of stone and had a lovely garden.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Anwani ya makaziKejaMjengo
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