makamio

How to say it

Meaning

Threats or stern demands, often accompanied by reproach.

Good to know

plural of kamio (ji-/ma- class, no ji- prefix on the singular).

Examples

• Mwalimu alitoa makamio kwa wanafunzi wavivu.The teacher issued threats to the lazy students.
• Je, makamio haya yalimtisha jirani yako?Did these threats scare your neighbor?
• Makamio hayakumzuia kijana kuendelea na kosa.The threats did not stop the young man from continuing the offense.
• Baba atatoa makamio mengine akikasirika tena.Father will give more threats if he gets angry again.

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