tishio

How to say it

Meaning

Something or someone likely to cause harm or danger, or words that promise harm.

Good to know

Ji/ma class noun: plural matishio, though vitisho, the plural of kitisho, is more often used. Tishio kwa usalama is a threat to security; mchezaji tishio is a dangerous player.

Examples

• Ukame ni tishio kubwa kwa wakulima.Drought is a big threat to farmers.
• Ugonjwa huo bado ni tishio kwa watoto.That disease is still a threat to children.
• Mshambuliaji huyo ni tishio kwa mabeki wote.That striker is a threat to every defender.

The same word in