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swahili [noun]

Raia

Maana (Definition)

A legally recognized national or member of a sovereign state or civil population.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

citizen / civilian / general subject of state

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

raia

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

"Kila raia ana haki ya kupiga kura uchaguzi ukifika."

Translation: Every citizen has the right to vote when elections arrive.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
MwananchiLalamiko la ummaMkazi wa kudumu
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