dib

Meanings

• Noun

  A term used in various games, particularly in Somali traditional games, to indicate a turn or a move.

  - "In the Somali game 'Burundu', players take turns in saying 'dib' before making their move."
  - "During a game of 'Warra', the player who says 'dib' first gets to roll the dice."

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Variants

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dibs , dibs on , first dibs on

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Etymology

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Originally comes from the Somali language, likely derived from the verb 'diban' which means 'to take a turn' or 'to go'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'dib' is also used in the Somali language to indicate a 'yes' or 'agree' response.

2. The term 'dib' is similar to the Arabic term 'dabba', which also means 'turn' or 'move'

3. The use of the term 'dib' in Somali games has been a long-standing tradition and is passed down from generation to generation.

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Related Concepts

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1. Traditional Somali games: The term 'dib' is closely associated with various traditional Somali games such as 'Burundu', 'Warra', and 'Bor', where it is used to indicate a turn or a move.

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Culture

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In Somali culture, the term 'dib' is commonly used in various traditional games and is considered an essential part of the gaming experience. It adds excitement and anticipation as players take turns and make their moves.

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3. mnemonics
   

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