shaka

How to say it

Meaning

doubt or uncertainty; also difficulty or concern.

Good to know

wa na shaka means to be in doubt, and bila shaka means doubtless, without question.

Examples

• Nina shaka na maelezo yake.I have doubts about his explanation.
• Bila shaka atafaulu mtihani.He will doubtless pass the exam.
• Je, una shaka gani kuhusu mpango huu?What doubt do you have about this plan?
• Hakuwa na shaka yoyote alipomwamini.He had no doubt at all when he trusted her.