Swahili
muhula
moo-HOO-lah
How to say it
Swahilimuhulamoo-HOO-lahsoon
Englishperiod, breaksoon
Frenchpériode, pausesoon
Meaning
a period of time; an intermission, break, or rest period.
Good to know
A rarer word for muda; often used for a school term or a break between sessions.
Examples
- Muhula wa shule utaanza wiki ijayo.The school term will begin next week.
- Tulipata muhula mfupi wa kupumzika.We had a short break to rest.
- Je, muhula huu utadumu kwa muda gani?How long will this term last?
- Kazi iliendelea baada ya muhula mfupi.Work continued after a short intermission.
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