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swahili [noun]

Riwaya

Maana (Definition)

A long prose narrative describing fictional or real character experiences in book form.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

novel / epic literary narrative

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

book

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic riwaya
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mwandishi alichapisha riwaya yake mpya iliyosisimua wasomaji."

Translation: The author published his new novel which thrilled readers.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kitabutamthiliahadithi
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