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Wakatabahu

Maana (Definition)

Traditional Arabic-Swahili closing formula signed by ancient manuscript scribes

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

scribe signature / manuscript explicit

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

wakatabahu

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

"Mwandishi aliweka wakatabahu mwishoni mwa utenzi"

Translation: The scribe appended his signature formula at the end of the epic poem

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mwandishi
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