kuchipukia

How to say it

Meaning

To appear and start growing somewhere, and in use to describe new artists, players or businesses that are just starting to make a name.

Good to know

The applied form of kuchipuka, to sprout. Most often as a describing verb: wasanii wanaochipukia, up and coming artists; vipaji vinavyochipukia, emerging talents.

Examples

• Tamasha hili linawapa nafasi wasanii wanaochipukia.This festival gives a chance to up and coming artists.
• Majani mapya yalichipukia baada ya mvua.New leaves sprang up after the rain.
• Biashara ndogo zinachipukia kila kona ya mji.Small businesses are springing up in every corner of town.