mwanaspoti
mwah-nah-SPOH-tee
How to say it
Swahilimwanaspotimwah-nah-SPOH-teesoon
Englishsportsperson, athletesoon
Frenchsportif, athlètesoon
Meaning
A person who takes part in sport, especially at a competitive level. Mwanaspoti is also the name of a Tanzanian sports newspaper.
Good to know
M/wa class noun, plural wanaspoti, from mwana, person, and spoti, sport. Mwanaspoti bora wa mwaka, sportsperson of the year. Mwanamichezo means the same.
Examples
- Alichaguliwa kuwa mwanaspoti bora wa mwaka.She was chosen as sportsperson of the year.
- Wanaspoti wanahitaji lishe bora na mapumziko.Athletes need good nutrition and rest.
- Mwanaspoti huyo ameshinda medali tatu za dhahabu.That athlete has won three gold medals.
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