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Swahili

miseto

mee-SEH-toh

How to say it

Swahilimisetomee-SEH-tohsoon
Englishcoalitionssoon
Frenchcoalitionssoon

Meaning

Figuratively, mixtures or coalitions, as when different political groups combine into one alliance.

Good to know

plural of mseto (m-/mi- class); figurative, political register.

Examples

  • Miseto ya kisiasa imeongezeka kabla ya uchaguzi.Political coalitions have increased before the election.
  • Je, miseto hii itashirikiana hadi mwisho?Will these coalitions cooperate until the end?
  • Miseto haikudumu muda mrefu bungeni.The coalitions did not last long in parliament.
  • Vyama vitaunda miseto mipya mwakani.The parties will form new coalitions next year.

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