Swahili
watupa
wa-TOO-pa
How to say it
Swahiliwatupawa-TOO-pasoon
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Meaning
People who throw or hurl something, especially in a set phrase naming what is thrown.
Good to know
plural of mtupa (m-/wa- class); usually paired with an object, as in watupa mabomu (bomb-throwers) or watupa mikuki (spear-throwers).
Examples
- Watupa mikuki walijipanga kwenye mstari.The spear-throwers lined up in a row.
- Si watupa wote wanaolenga sahihi.Not all throwers aim accurately.
- Je, watupa hao watashiriki mashindano kesho?Will those throwers take part in the competition tomorrow?
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