riahi
ree-AH-hee
How to say it
Swahiliriahiree-AH-heesoon
Englishwind, flatulence; colicsoon
Frenchgaz intestinaux, flatulence; coliquessoon
Meaning
Gas that builds up in the stomach or bowels and causes bloating and discomfort; in babies, the painful crying it brings on.
Good to know
No plural. Mostly heard in talk of health and babies: mtoto ana riahi, the baby has wind. Rehe is another spelling.
Examples
- Mtoto analia usiku kwa sababu ya riahi.The baby cries at night because of wind.
- Maharage mengi yanaweza kusababisha riahi tumboni.A lot of beans can cause wind in the stomach.
- Daktari alimpa dawa ya kupunguza riahi.The doctor gave him medicine to relieve the flatulence.
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