Swahili
dinda
DIN-da
How to say it
SwahilidindaDIN-dasoon
Englishto be firmsoon
Frenchêtre fermesoon
Meaning
to be firm and taut, or lasting and durable; also used physiologically for an erection.
Good to know
be firm /taut; phy. be erect, have an erection (of the penis); be lasting/durable; be contrary /opposed
Examples
- Kamba ile ilidinda vizuri baada ya kukazwa.That rope became taut properly after being tightened.
- Urafiki wao umedinda kwa miaka mingi.Their friendship has held firm for many years.
- Je, kitambaa hiki kimedinda vya kutosha?Has this fabric been stretched taut enough?
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