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What is the African Luhya term for English word clean?

The Luhya language doesn't have a single word that perfectly translates to "clean" in English. It depends on the context and what kind of "clean" you're referring to.

Here are some options depending on the context:

For physical cleanliness:

* Muswamba: This is the most common term for "clean" when referring to someone or something being physically clean.

* Musu: This term is used for "clean" when referring to washing or cleaning something.

* Mweshe: This refers to being "clean" in the sense of being free from dirt and grime.

For cleanliness in a metaphorical sense:

* Mwenye moyo safi: This translates to "having a clean heart" and implies being honest and pure.

* Mwenye mikono safi: This translates to "having clean hands" and implies being innocent and free from wrongdoing.

For specific situations:

* Mwenje: This term is used for "clean" when referring to cleaning a house or a room.

* Kupepesha: This verb means "to clean" in the sense of sweeping or wiping.

It's important to consider the specific context when trying to translate "clean" into Luhya.

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