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idiom [noun]

Vita vya fumbo

Maana (Definition)

A subtle conflict executed through riddles, metaphors, and coded talk

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

verbal duel / riddle warfare

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vita fumbo

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

"Mjadala wao ulikuwa vita vya fumbo"

Translation: Their debate was a subtle verbal duel of riddles

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
vijembe
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