cyane cyane

How to say it

Meaning

used to single out something as more important than the rest; especially, particularly.

Good to know

reduplication of cyane (very, much) for emphasis.

Examples

• Nkunda imbuto, cyane cyane imyembe.I like fruit, especially mangoes.
• Cyane cyane se, ni iki gikomeye?Especially, what is most important?
• Ntabwo nkunda cyane cyane inyanya.I don't especially like tomatoes.
• Tuzita ku bana, cyane cyane abato.We will care for the children, especially the young ones.

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