kipyenga

How to say it

Meaning

a small whistle blown to produce a sharp, shrill sound, used as a signal.

Good to know

Can also describe a sudden strong gust of wind or small whirlwind.

Examples

• Mwalimu alipiga kipyenga kuashiria mwisho wa mchezo.The teacher blew the whistle to signal the end of the game.
• Askari alitumia kipyenga kusimamisha magari.The officer used a whistle to stop the cars.
• Upepo mkali ulikuja kama kipyenga na kuvunja miti.A strong wind came like a whirlwind and broke the trees.
• Je, umeona kipyenga changu cha fedha?Have you seen my silver whistle?

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