mpinzani

How to say it

Meaning

a person who opposes or competes against another; an opponent, rival, or adversary.

Good to know

common in political contexts, e.g. mpinzani wa chama (opposition party member); can also describe someone stubborn.

Examples

• Mpinzani wake alimshinda kwenye uchaguzi.His rival defeated him in the election.
• Yeye ni mpinzani mkuu wa serikali.He is a major opponent of the government.
• Je, una mpinzani yeyote kazini?Do you have any rival at work?
• Hakuwa mpinzani rahisi kushinda.He was not an easy opponent to defeat.