tata
TAH-tah
How to say it
SwahilitataTAH-tahsoon
Englishcomplicated, tricky; controversialsoon
Frenchcompliqué, embrouillé; controversésoon
Meaning
Describes something tangled, confusing or hard to deal with, or a matter that people strongly disagree about, such as a disputed bill or statement.
Good to know
It does not change with the noun: kauli tata, a controversial statement; swali tata, a tricky question. The noun is utata, confusion or controversy.
Examples
- Hili ni swali tata sana kwa wanafunzi.This is a very tricky question for the students.
- Muswada huo tata ulipingwa na wabunge wengi.That controversial bill was opposed by many members of parliament.
- Njia ya kufika kijijini kwao ni tata kidogo.The way to their village is a little complicated.
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