nishati

How to say it

Meaning

physical strength or exertion; in modern usage, energy or power, such as electricity or fuel.

Good to know

commonly used today for energy resources, as in 'nishati ya umeme' (electric energy).

Examples

• Nchi inahitaji vyanzo vipya vya nishati.The country needs new sources of energy.
• Alitumia nishati yake yote kumaliza mbio.He used all his energy to finish the race.
• Nishati ya jua inazidi kutumika Afrika.Solar energy is increasingly used in Africa.
• Bila nishati ya kutosha, mwili huchoka haraka.Without enough energy, the body gets tired quickly.