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Temba was an individual referenced in Children of Tama language metaphorical phrases.

In the phrase "Temba. His arms wide.", it was a metaphor for the giving of a gift.

In the phrase "Temba at rest.", it was a metaphor for the declining of a gift. (TNG: "Darmok")

This character was only mentioned in dialogue.
According to the script, Temba was pronounced as "TEM-buh".
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