swahili [verb]

Achama

Maana (Definition)

To stand or sit with mouth wide open in utter amazement or disbelief.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

gape in awe / open mouth wide in surprise

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

waa kwa mshangao

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu origin

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wananchi waliamachama walipoona muujiza huo."

Translation: Citizens gaped in awe when they saw the spectacle.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

shangaa pigwa na Butwaa