mshtuko
MSHTOO-koh
How to say it
SwahilimshtukoMSHTOO-kohsoon
Englishshock, frightsoon
Frenchchoc, frayeursoon
Meaning
A sudden strong upset of the mind or body, as when hearing bad news or being startled; mshtuko wa moyo is a heart attack.
Good to know
Plural mishtuko (m and mi class). Kupata mshtuko is to be shocked; the spelling mstuko is also seen.
Examples
- Habari za kifo chake zilituletea mshtuko mkubwa.The news of his death gave us a great shock.
- Babu yangu alipata mshtuko wa moyo mwaka jana.My grandfather had a heart attack last year.
- Kelele ile ilimpa mtoto mshtuko.That noise gave the child a fright.
Forms
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