kujinyoosha
koo-jee-nyoh-OH-shah
How to say it
Swahilikujinyooshakoo-jee-nyoh-OH-shah
Englishto stretch (oneself); to straighten up
Frenchs'étirer ; se redresser
Meaning
To stretch one's body and limbs, for example after sleep or after sitting a long time, or to stand up straight.
Good to know
The reflexive of kunyoosha, to straighten. Kujinyoosha miguu is to stretch one's legs.
Examples
- Aliamka na kujinyoosha kitandani.He woke up and stretched in bed.
- Paka alijinyoosha juani baada ya kulala.The cat stretched out in the sun after sleeping.
- Wachezaji walijinyoosha kabla ya mazoezi.The players stretched before training.
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