swahili [verb]

Sakama

Maana (Definition)

To firmly catch, entangle, or immobilize an object or person so escape is impossible.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

entangle completely / trap

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nasa kabisa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root via Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mnyama alisakama kwenye mtego uliotegwa mwituni."

Translation: The wild animal got completely entangled in the trap set in the forest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Anasa kabidhi banwa