ubugizi bwa nabi

How to say it

Meaning

wrongdoing, criminal or violent behavior; evil deeds committed against others.

Good to know

a set phrase, literally 'the doing of bad'; common in news and legal contexts for criminal or violent acts.

Examples

• Ubugizi bwa nabi bwakorewe mu mudugudu.Acts of violence were committed in the village.
• Ese abakoze ubugizi bwa nabi barafashwe?Have those who committed the evil acts been caught?
• Nta bugizi bwa nabi bwemewe mu gihugu.No acts of violence are permitted in the country.
• Polisi izahana abakora ubugizi bwa nabi.The police will punish those who commit evil deeds.

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