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Swahili

tetereka

te-te-RE-ka

How to say it

Swahiliteterekate-te-RE-kasoon
Englishto sway, staggersoon
Frenchchancelersoon

Meaning

to swing, sway, or stagger; to be uncertain, or slightly damaged in an accident.

Good to know

swing, sway; stagger; be un- certain/irresolute; be a little injured/ damaged, suffer a slight accident

Examples

  • Mzee alitetereka akitembea.The old man staggered as he walked.
  • Uchumi unatetereka kwa sasa.The economy is unsteady right now.
  • Gari lilitetereka kidogo baada ya ajali.The car was slightly damaged after the accident.
  • Usimwache mtoto atetereke ukingoni.Don't let the child wobble near the edge.

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