mchuano
mchoo-AH-noh
How to say it
Swahilimchuanomchoo-AH-noh
Englishcompetition, tournament; contest, race
Frenchcompétition, tournoi
Meaning
A contest between players, teams or candidates who compete to win, such as a tournament or a close race.
Good to know
Plural michuano, the usual word for a tournament: michuano ya Kombe la Afrika. Mchuano mkali is a tight contest; from kuchuana, to compete with each other.
Examples
- Michuano ya kombe la shule itaanza wiki ijayo.The school cup tournament will start next week.
- Kulikuwa na mchuano mkali kati ya wagombea wawili.There was a tight race between the two candidates.
- Timu kumi na sita zinashiriki mchuano huu.Sixteen teams are taking part in this competition.
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