guhangara

How to say it

Meaning

to show courage in the face of danger or difficulty, without giving way.

Good to know

describes bravery, firmness, or standing one's ground; also used of confronting a threat directly.

Examples

• Uwo musirikare arahangara mu ntambara.That soldier is brave in battle.
• Ntuhangare imbwa y'ishavu, irakuruma.Do not confront an angry dog, it will bite you.
• Uzohangara ivyo bibazo wenyene?Will you face those problems bravely alone?
• Yarahangaye imbere y'agahomerezo, ntiyahunze.He stood firm in the face of the threat and did not flee.