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coastal [verb]

Zumburukana

Maana (Definition)

To snap out of deep sleep with a startled reaction

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

awaken with astonishment / startle up (Kimvita)

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zumburukana

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

"Alizumburukana pale mfyuko ulipolipuka"

Translation: He startled awake with astonishment when the firecracker exploded

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
amka kwa kishindo
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