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swahili [verb]

Babukia

Maana (Definition)

To burst into an outburst of temper when provoked unexpectedly.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

flare up suddenly / react with sudden fury

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

waka kwa hasira

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu origin
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alibabukia kwa maneno makali bila sababu."

Translation: He flared up with sharp words without cause.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kasirika upesiWaka
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