gutabara

How to say it

Meaning

to come to someone's aid or rescue, especially in an emergency.

Good to know

implies urgency, rescuing someone from danger or difficulty; also the word shouted to call for help.

Examples

• Yatabaye umwana wari mu kaga.He rescued the child who was in danger.
• Ntawe wamutabaye igihe yari akeneye ubufasha.No one came to his aid when he needed help.
• Ni bande bazatabara abahohotewe n'umwuzure?Who will help those affected by the flood?
• Mutabare, hari umuntu urimo kurohama!Help, someone is drowning!