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Swahili

adhimu

a-DHI-mu

How to say it

Swahiliadhimua-DHI-musoon
Englishgreat, importantsoon
Frenchgrand, importantsoon

Meaning

great, important, or highly significant.

Good to know

a formal/literary word; also used as a verb meaning to honor, glorify, or celebrate.

Examples

  • Alikuwa kiongozi adhimu sana.He was a very great leader.
  • Tutaadhimu sikukuu kwa furaha.We will celebrate the holiday with joy.
  • Hili ni tukio adhimu katika historia yetu.This is a momentous event in our history.
  • Waliadhimu ushindi wao kwa sherehe kubwa.They celebrated their victory with a big feast.

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