chemko

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Meaning

a bubbling or seething, as of water coming to the boil.

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mchemko (mi-) bubbling, seething, effervescence; boiling, cooking

Examples

• Sikiliza chemko la maji jikoni.Listen to the bubbling of the water in the kitchen.
• Mchuzi ulikuwa na chemko kali motoni.The stew was boiling vigorously on the stove.
• Chemko cha maji kilionyesha chai iko tayari.The bubbling of the water showed the tea was ready.
• Punguza moto ili chemko kisiwe kikubwa mno.Lower the heat so the boiling isn't too fierce.

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