gumzo
GOO-mzoh
How to say it
SwahiligumzoGOO-mzoh
Englishtalk of the town, buzz; chat
Frenchsujet de conversation, buzz; causerie
Meaning
Something everybody is talking about, especially news or gossip spreading fast; also an informal chat among people.
Good to know
Ji/ma class noun, plural magumzo. Kuwa gumzo is to be the talk of the town, and kuzua gumzo to cause a buzz; gumzo mtandaoni is a buzz online.
Examples
- Picha zake mpya zimekuwa gumzo mtandaoni.His new photos have become the talk of social media.
- Bao lake la kichwa lilizua gumzo kubwa.His header caused a big buzz.
- Wazee walikaa barazani wakipiga gumzo.The old men sat on the bench chatting.
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