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swahili [phrase]

Rauka na alfajiri

Maana (Definition)

To rise extremely early in the morning before dawn breaks.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

wake up before first light of dawn

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

amka early sana

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Traditional Verb Form
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wakulima walirauka na alfajiri kuanza kuvuna ngano."

Translation: The farmers woke up before first light of dawn to begin harvesting wheat.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ChangamkaAlfajiriMapema
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