mtupio

How to say it

Meaning

the act of throwing something down or discarding it, or the discarded thing itself.

Good to know

Also used for something thrown away, as in vazi la mtupio (a worn-out, discarded garment).

Examples

• Vazi hili ni la mtupio, halifai tena.This garment is worn-out, it's no good anymore.
• Mtupio wa taka ovyo ni tatizo mjini.Careless dumping of rubbish is a problem in town.
• Kwa nini mtupio wa chupa hizi ni hatari?Why is throwing away these bottles dangerous?
• Baada ya mtupio wa mzigo, gari likawa jepesi.After the cargo was thrown off, the vehicle became lighter.