mwanga

How to say it

Meaning

The brightness that comes from the sun, a lamp or a fire and makes it possible to see; figuratively, understanding or hope.

Good to know

Plural mianga, rarely used. Mwanga wa jua is sunlight, and kutoa mwanga is to give light. Nuru is a more literary word for light.

Examples

• Mwanga wa jua uliingia chumbani.Sunlight came into the room.
• Taa hii inatoa mwanga mkali sana.This lamp gives a very bright light.
• Habari hii imeleta mwanga wa matumaini.This news has brought a ray of hope.

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