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Etymology

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From m- +‎ -tawala (to rule, to reign).

Pronunciation

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  • Audio (Kenya):(file)

Noun

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mtawala (m-wa class, plural watawala)

  1. ruler (person who rules or governs)
    Synonym: kiongozi
  2. administrator