Swahili
mtikiso
m-ti-KI-so
How to say it
Swahilimtikisom-ti-KI-sosoon
Englishshocksoon
Frenchchocsoon
Meaning
the act of shaking; a concussion, shock, or stroke.
Good to know
in modern usage often refers to an economic or political shock, e.g. 'mtikiso wa uchumi'.
Examples
- Nchi ilipata mtikiso wa uchumi mwaka jana.The country experienced an economic shock last year.
- Aliugua mtikiso wa moyo.He suffered a heart stroke.
- Je, mtikiso huo umepita?Has that shock passed?
Not yet checked by a native speaker.