Swahili
athari
a-THA-ri
How to say it
Swahiliatharia-THA-risoon
Englishmark, influencesoon
Frenchmarque, influencesoon
Meaning
a mark, spot, or scar left on something; more commonly today, an effect or influence.
Good to know
modern usage leans heavily on the sense of 'effect/impact', e.g. athari za mabadiliko ya tabianchi (effects of climate change).
Examples
- Mvua kubwa iliacha athari kubwa mjini.The heavy rain left a big impact on the town.
- Ana athari ya jicho.He has only one eye.
- Dawa hii ina athari mbaya.This medicine has bad side effects.
- Athari za tukio hilo bado zinaonekana.The effects of that event are still visible.
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