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idiom [verb]

Tapika nyongo

Maana (Definition)

To unleash long-suppressed anger, resentment, or painful secrets during an outburst.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

vent repressed bitterness

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tapika nyongo

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

"Alitapika nyongo yote mbele ya baraza la wazee."

Translation: He vented all his repressed bitterness before the council of elders.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
toa uchunguLeo ni leo asemaye kesho ni mwongoHasira
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