kwihangiriza

How to say it

Meaning

to caution or warn someone sternly, often about the consequences of an action.

Good to know

used when giving a serious warning, e.g. a parent warning a child not to repeat something.

Examples

• Papa yandihanangirije ngo ntimbwire umubyeyi wanjye.Dad warned me not to tell my parent.
• Umwarimu yihanangirije abanyeshuri kutazongera kwiba.The teacher warned the students not to steal again.
• Bamwihanangirije ariko ntiyumva.They warned him but he did not listen.
• Ndagira ngo ndabihanangiriza, nturamuke ubutaha.I am warning you, do not do it again next time.

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