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Swahili

chachawa

cha-CHA-wa

How to say it

Swahilichachawacha-CHA-wasoon
Englishto jumpsoon
Frenchsautersoon

Meaning

to jump or leap with delight; also, to make a strong effort to match or imitate someone.

Good to know

jump, leap; be delighted, enjoy oneself; emulate someone, make a strong effort

Examples

  • Watoto walichachawa kwa furaha walipoona zawadi.The children jumped for joy when they saw the gift.
  • Alichachawa kumfuata kaka yake kimasomo.He made a strong effort to keep up with his brother in his studies.
  • Mbwa alichachawa juu chini akimngoja mmiliki wake.The dog jumped up and down waiting for its owner.
  • Usichachawe hivyo, tulia kidogo.Don't jump around like that, calm down a bit.

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