ahubwo

How to say it

Meaning

used to contrast or correct, indicating the opposite or a preferred alternative; rather, instead.

Good to know

common discourse marker to introduce a contrast.

Examples

• Ahubwo reka tujye mu nzu.Instead, let's go into the house.
• Ahubwo se, ni iki ushaka?So then, what do you want?
• Ntabwo yaje, ahubwo yandikiye.He didn't come; instead he wrote.
• Ahubwo tuzabikora ejo.Instead, we will do it tomorrow.

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