Swahili
mzomeo
mzo-ME-o
How to say it
Swahilimzomeomzo-ME-osoon
Englishabusive/sarcastic remarksoon
Frenchpropos injurieux/sarcastiquesoon
Meaning
a sarcastic or abusive remark meant to insult someone.
Good to know
abusive/sarcastic speech/remark, insult
Examples
- Alimtupia mzomeo mbele ya wote.He hurled an insult at him in front of everyone.
- Je, mzomeo huo ulimuumiza?Did that insult hurt him?
- Hawakupenda mzomeo wake wa kudhihaki.They did not like his mocking remark.
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