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idiom [verb]

Vumburuka usingizini

Maana (Definition)

To suddenly snap out of complacency and comprehend the truth

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

awaken to reality / sudden epiphany

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vumburuka usingizi

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

"Alivumburuka usingizini alipoona matokeo ya mtihani"

Translation: He awakened to reality when he saw the exam results

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Changamka
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