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swahili [noun]

Wivu

Maana (Definition)

Resentful longing or suspicion regarding another's success

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

jealousy / envy

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

wivu

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

"Wivu haujengi bali unabomoa urafiki"

Translation: Envy does not build but destroys friendship

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Husudauremba
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