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idiom [verb]

Tia neno

Maana (Definition)

To contribute a meaningful comment or counsel during an ongoing group discussion.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

interject a word / offer valuable comment

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tia word

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

"Mzee alitia neno katika mkutano wa kijiji na kutatua mzozo."

Translation: The elder interjected a word in the village meeting and resolved the conflict.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ChangiaLeo ni leo asemaye kesho ni mwongoHalmashauri ya ushauri
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