Swahili
chafuko
cha-FU-ko
How to say it
Swahilichafukocha-FU-kosoon
Englishunrestsoon
Frenchagitationsoon
Meaning
unrest, disorder, or a crisis; also, at sea, a wave or surge.
Good to know
mchafuko wa kilimwengu is used for an international crisis.
Examples
- Nchi ilikumbwa na chafuko la kisiasa.The country was hit by political unrest.
- Vita vilisababisha chafuko kubwa mjini.The war caused great disorder in the city.
- Mabaharia waliogopa chafuko la bahari.The sailors feared the surge of the sea.
- Chafuko cha kilimwengu kiliathiri uchumi wa nchi nyingi.The international crisis affected the economy of many countries.
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