vijimo

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Meaning

Dwarfs, people of unusually short stature.

Good to know

plural of kijimo (ki-/vi- class); some speakers consider this term insensitive; kibete is a more neutral clinical alternative; takes human (wa-) agreement.

Examples

• Vijimo wanaweza kufanya kazi zote kama watu wengine.Dwarfs can do all the same work as other people.
• Vijimo hawa walishiriki kwenye maonyesho ya sanaa.These dwarfs took part in the art exhibition.
• Je, jamii inawapa vijimo fursa sawa za elimu?Does society give dwarfs equal educational opportunities?
• Chama cha vijimo kinapigania haki zao kila mwaka.The association of dwarfs advocates for their rights every year.

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