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swahili [phrase]

Toba ya kweli

Maana (Definition)

Genuine spiritual remorse accompanied by turning away from wrong paths.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sincere repentance / heartfelt remorse

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

toba ya dhati

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic tawbah via Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alionyesha toba ya kweli na kuomba msamaha kwa wazazi."

Translation: He showed sincere repentance and asked for forgiveness from his parents.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ipate msamahaToba ya kweliJuto la majuto
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