mwanamichezo
mwah-nah-mee-CHEH-zoh
How to say it
Swahilimwanamichezomwah-nah-mee-CHEH-zohsoon
Englishsportsperson, athletesoon
Frenchsportif, athlètesoon
Meaning
A person who takes part in sports, especially one who competes seriously, such as a runner, a footballer or a boxer.
Good to know
M/wa class noun, plural wanamichezo; from mwana, child or member, and michezo, sports. It covers men and women.
Examples
- Mwanamichezo huyo alishinda medali ya dhahabu.That athlete won a gold medal.
- Wanamichezo wa taifa walipokelewa uwanja wa ndege.The national athletes were welcomed at the airport.
- Kila mwanamichezo anahitaji lishe bora.Every athlete needs a good diet.
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