Swahili
mshindo
m-SHEEN-do
How to say it
Swahilimshindom-SHEEN-dosoon
Englishbangsoon
Frenchfracassoon
Meaning
a sudden, loud noise such as a crash, bang, or rumble.
Good to know
also used, in physiology, for orgasm.
Examples
- Mshindo wa radi ulitusikitisha usiku.The crash of thunder startled us at night.
- Mshindo wa miguu ya farasi ulisikika mbali.The trample of horses' feet was heard from afar.
- Je, ulisikia mshindo ule wa mlango?Did you hear that bang of the door?
- Mshindo wa ngoma uliwavutia watu wengi.The beating of the drum attracted many people.
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