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idiom [verb]

Ruka kizingiti

Maana (Definition)

Idiomatic phrase meaning to successfully pass through a difficult test or barrier.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

overcome an obstacle / leap past a major hurdle

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pass mtego

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Metaphor
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Amesoma kwa bidii na hatimaye ameruka kizingiti cha mtihani."

Translation: He studied hard and finally leaped past the examination hurdle.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Asiyekubali kushindwa si mshindaniFauluVuka
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