kipawa
kee-PAH-wah
How to say it
Swahilikipawakee-PAH-wah
Englishgift, talent; (in math) power, exponent
Meaning
A natural ability or talent, often seen as given by God, and also a gift given to someone. In mathematics it is the power to which a number is raised.
Good to know
Ki/vi class noun, plural vipawa: kipawa cha kuimba, a gift for singing; vipawa vya Roho, gifts of the Spirit. Kipaji is a close word for talent. Kipawa is also a ward in Dar es Salaam.
Examples
- Mtoto huyu ana kipawa cha kuchora.This child has a gift for drawing.
- Tumia kipawa chako kuwasaidia wengine.Use your talent to help others.
- Kila mtu amepewa vipawa tofauti na Mungu.Everyone has been given different gifts by God.
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