kupumzisha
koo-poo-MZEE-shah
How to say it
Swahilikupumzishakoo-poo-MZEE-shahsoon
Frenchreposer, laisser reposer; détendresoon
Meaning
To let someone or something rest, such as resting one’s body or mind, a coach resting a player by taking him off, or laying down weapons for a time.
Good to know
Causative of kupumzika, to rest: kupumzisha mwili, to rest the body; kupumzisha akili, to rest the mind. In football news kumpumzisha mchezaji is to take a player off.
Examples
- Kocha alimpumzisha nahodha katika kipindi cha pili.The coach rested the captain in the second half.
- Usingizi mzuri husaidia kupumzisha akili.Good sleep helps to rest the mind.
- Alikaa kivulini ili kupumzisha miguu yake.He sat in the shade to rest his legs.
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