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Swahili

kicho

KI-cho

How to say it

SwahilikichoKI-chosoon
Englishfear, timiditysoon
Frenchpeur, timiditésoon

Meaning

a feeling of fear or anxiety; timidity or shyness.

Good to know

Kicho can stop someone from trying new things.

Examples

  • Alikuwa na kicho kuzungumza mbele ya watu.He had fear of speaking in front of people.
  • Kicho ni sehemu ya maisha ya kila mtu.Fear is a part of everyone's life.
  • Alionyesha kicho mbele ya wageni.He showed shyness in front of the guests.
  • Je, una kicho cha kuzungumza hadharani?Do you have a fear of speaking in public?

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