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swahili [verb]

Tapanya

Maana (Definition)

To spend money carelessly or throw items in all directions.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

scatter wastefully / squander resources

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tupa chapaa

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

"Alitapanya mali yake yote kwa starehe za muda."

Translation: He squandered all his wealth on temporary pleasures.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kuharibu mambotumia vibayaTawanya mawazo
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