Swahili
mzuka
m-ZOO-kah
How to say it
Swahilimzukam-ZOO-kahsoon
Englishghost, spiritsoon
Frenchfantômesoon
Meaning
a spirit or ghost, often associated with visions, memories, or the supernatural.
Good to know
Used in stories or discussions about the supernatural.
Examples
- Mzuka wa babu yangu ananitembelea usiku.The spirit of my grandfather visits me at night.
- Watu wanasema kuna mzuka hapa.People say there is a ghost here.
- Watu wanasema kuna mzuka nyumbani mwao.People say there is a ghost in their house.
- Je, unaamini mzuka upo?Do you believe a ghost exists?
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