Swahili
kitawa
kee-TAH-wah
How to say it
Swahilikitawakee-TAH-wahsoon
Englishseclusionsoon
Frenchisolementsoon
Meaning
a state of withdrawal from society, living alone and apart from others.
Good to know
'Kaa kitawa' means to live in seclusion.
Examples
- Baada ya kustaafu, aliamua kuishi kitawa.After retiring, he decided to live in seclusion.
- Alikaa kitawa milimani kwa miaka mingi.He lived in solitude in the mountains for many years.
- Kitawa chake kilimfanya asijulikane na wengi.His seclusion made him unknown to many.
- Je, unafikiri kitawa ni njia nzuri ya kupumzika?Do you think seclusion is a good way to rest?
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