Swahili
mshiki
m-SHEE-kee
How to say it
Swahilimshikim-SHEE-keesoon
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Meaning
a person who holds or grips something firmly.
Good to know
agent noun from -shika (to hold).
Examples
- Mshiki wa hatamu aliongoza farasi.The one holding the reins led the horse.
- Je, wewe ni mshiki wa msimamo wako?Are you one who holds firmly to your position?
- Mshiki wa bendera alitembea mbele.The flag bearer walked in front.
- Hakuwa mshiki thabiti wa ahadi zake.He was not a firm holder of his promises.
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