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idiom [noun]

Hamaki ya nyuki

Maana (Definition)

A sudden, fierce outburst of collective or individual anger that spreads rapidly like provoked bees.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

swarming rage / sudden explosive fury

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

hasira mbaya

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiom
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Kundi hilo lilipata hamaki ya nyuki baada ya kufungiwa nje."

Translation: The crowd flew into a swarming rage after being locked outside.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
JazbaGhadhabu
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