maridadi

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Swahili

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Etymology

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From the feminine of Arabic مَرِيد (marīd, rebellious) or a closer Omani Arabic formation.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /mɑ.ɾiˈɗɑ.ɗi/
  • Audio (Kenya):(file)

Noun

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maridadi (n class, no plural)

  1. smartness (being fashionable or fine)

Adjective

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maridadi (invariable)

  1. stylish, modern, elegant

Descendants

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  • Nubi: mardádi (pretty, nice)