kwikubita

How to say it

Meaning

to throw or strike oneself down, especially as a sign of submission before someone.

Good to know

a reflexive verb (kwi- class), typically used in a context of deep respect, apology, or worship rather than an accidental fall.

Examples

• Umwana arashaka kwikubita imbere ya sekuru kugira amusabe imbabazi.The child wants to prostrate himself before his grandfather to ask forgiveness.
• Ese abasavyi barikubita imbere y'umwami?Do the petitioners prostrate themselves before the king?
• Ntikubita imbere y'umuntu wese.He does not prostrate himself before just anyone.
• Aragiye kwikubita imbere y'ikigo ngo asenge.He is going to prostrate himself before the shrine to pray.