mdhana

How to say it

Meaning

a person or thing believed to bring bad luck, or by extension one who casts suspicion on others.

Good to know

also used for misfortune or a bad omen in general.

Examples

• Wanakijiji walimwona kuwa mdhana.The villagers regarded him as a bringer of bad luck.
• Je, paka mweusi ni mdhana kwako?Is a black cat a bad omen to you?
• Sikuamini kuwa yeye ni mdhana.I didn't believe he was a bad-luck bringer.
• Mdhana kama huyo huepukwa na watu.People avoid a bringer of bad luck like that.