abaswa

How to say it

Meaning

Foolish or incapable people, often spoken of lightly rather than harshly.

Good to know

plural of umuswa (aba- class); informal, often teasing rather than a serious insult.

Examples

• Abaswa ni abantu bakunda gukora ibitagira umumaro.Fools are people who like doing pointless things.
• Ese koko abaswa ni benshi cyane muri iki gihe?Are fools really so common these days?
• Abaswa ntibumva iyo bagiye bitiranya.Fools do not realize when they mix things up.
• Abaswa bazakomeza kwibeshya niba batiga.Fools will keep deceiving themselves if they don't learn.

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