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swahili [verb]

Zimia kwa mshtuko

Maana (Definition)

To lose consciousness temporarily due to overwhelming surprise or bad news

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

faint from sudden shock

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zimia mshtuko

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

"Alizimia kwa mshtuko baada ya kusikia habari za ajali"

Translation: She fainted from shock after hearing news of the accident

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
poteza fahamu
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