maridhiano
mah-ree-dhee-AH-noh
How to say it
Swahilimaridhianomah-ree-dhee-AH-nohsoon
Englishreconciliation; mutual agreement, accordsoon
Frenchréconciliation; accord mutuel, ententesoon
Meaning
The coming together of people or groups after conflict, and the agreement they reach by accepting each other’s positions.
Good to know
Ma class noun, used as a plural: maridhiano ya kitaifa, national reconciliation; kufikia maridhiano, to reach an accord. From kuridhiana, to agree with each other.
Examples
- Vyama viwili vimefikia maridhiano baada ya mazungumzo.The two parties reached an accord after talks.
- Wananchi wanataka maridhiano ya kisiasa.The citizens want political reconciliation.
- Maridhiano yameleta amani katika eneo hilo.Reconciliation has brought peace to that area.
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