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1 nm [ya-] times, multiplied by: Mbili ~ mbili two times two. 2 turn: ~ mbili twice; ~ kwa ~ time after time, often. kv ~ moja instant.

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2 kl suddenly; immediately, as soon as: Nipigie simu ~ utakapopata barua hii call me as soon as you receive this letter. (Kar)