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Swahili

mauzauza

ma-u-za-U-za

How to say it

Swahilimauzauzama-u-za-U-zasoon
Englishtrickerysoon
Frenchrusesoon

Meaning

trickery, deception, or sleight of hand; also confusion or bewilderment.

Good to know

describes cunning tricks or a state of being confused or deceived.

Examples

  • Mchawi alionyesha mauzauza yake sokoni.The magician showed off his tricks at the market.
  • Alianguka katika mauzauza ya wezi.He fell into the deception of thieves.
  • Sikubali mauzauza yako, sema ukweli.I won't accept your tricks, tell the truth.

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