idiom [verb]

Ona kimulimuli

Maana (Definition)

To experience temporary visual disorientation or see flashes after a severe blow to the head.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

see stars / experience dizziness from a hard hit

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ona fire / kuona nyota

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Sensory Metaphor

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Aliona kimulimuli alipopigwa na mpira wa kichwa."

Translation: He saw stars when hit hard on the head by the ball.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kizunguzungu Pigo la huruma