kuchipuka

How to say it

Meaning

For a seed or plant to put out new shoots, and by extension for something new to appear and start to grow, such as a new artist, a movement or a problem.

Good to know

Takes no object: mbegu zimechipuka, the seeds have sprouted. Chipukizi is a young shoot or an up and coming talent; mea means much the same for plants.

Examples

• Mbegu za maharage zimeanza kuchipuka.The bean seeds have started to sprout.
• Majani mapya huchipuka baada ya mvua.New grass springs up after the rain.
• Wasanii wengi wapya wamechipuka mwaka huu.Many new artists have emerged this year.