Swahili
mstuko
m-STU-ko
How to say it
Swahilimstukom-STU-kosoon
Englishshocksoon
Frenchchocsoon
Meaning
a shock, jolt, or sudden startling impact.
Good to know
a variant spelling of mshtuko.
Examples
- Alipata mstuko aliposikia habari ile.He got a shock when he heard that news.
- Gari lilisimama kwa mstuko mkali.The car stopped with a violent jolt.
- Mstuko wa tetemeko uliwatisha wote.The jolt of the earthquake frightened everyone.
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