chipukizi
chee-poo-KEE-zee
How to say it
Swahilichipukizichee-poo-KEE-zee
Frenchjeune talent, espoir; pousse
Meaning
A young person just starting to make a name in sport, music or politics; its first sense is a young shoot of a plant.
Good to know
N class noun, the same in singular and plural. It often follows another noun: mchezaji chipukizi, a young player; msanii chipukizi, an upcoming artist. From kuchipuka, to sprout.
Examples
- Kocha aliwapa nafasi wachezaji chipukizi.The coach gave the young players a chance.
- Msanii huyo chipukizi ametoa wimbo wake wa kwanza.That up and coming artist has released his first song.
- Chipukizi za mahindi zimeanza kuonekana shambani.Maize shoots have begun to appear in the field.
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