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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