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    Wadzanyura

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "wadzanyura" means to tell or show something secret. It's like opening up and letting the truth come out. Example sentences for wadzanyura Musikana akawadzanyura zvaiva pamwoyo pake. (The girl opened up about what was in her heart.) Shamwari dzangu...
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    Wadzuka

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "wadzuka" means to empty something or tip it over.
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    Waini

    In the Shona language (Chivanhu), "waini" means wine. Wine is a drink made from grapes. The grapes are picked and then crushed into a liquid. That liquid is left to sit for a while. During this time, the grape sugar turns into alcohol, making the liquid wine. People like to drink wine at parties...
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    Wairesi

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), the word "wairesi" means two things: A radio Anything wireless Baba vangu vanoteerera wairesi mangwanani ega ega. (My father listens to the radio every morning.) Ndinoda kutenga wairesi itsva ine mabhatiri. (I want to buy a new radio with batteries.)...
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    Wana

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "wana" means discovering, acquiring, or finding something. You can use it when you come across a new place or get your hands on a cool object. It's also the word you'd say if you figured out the answer to a tricky question. Example sentences for wana...
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    Wanda

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), wanda means there is much of something. You have more than you need. Example sentences for wanda Mafaro awanda pamuchato. (There is much joy at the wedding.) Akabudirira kuwana basa. (He/She managed to get a job.) - Obtaining employment. Vana vakawanda...
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    Wani

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "wani" is a word you use to remind someone of everything you've done for them. You might use it in a conversation if you feel the other person has forgotten how much you've helped them. It's like saying "gosh" or "good heavens" to show that you're frustrated...
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    Wanza

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), wanza is a verb that means adding more or putting extra stuff in. Example sentences for wanza Amai vakawanza hupfu muhari kuti vabike sadza rakawanda. (Mother added more flour to the clay pot to cook more sadza.) Vakawanza ruzivo rwavo nekuverenga mabhuku...
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    Wanzo

    wanzo infix In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), wanzo is an infix (i.e., a word put inside other words) that means "usually" or "often." It indicates that something happens frequently or regularly. Example sentences for wanzo Anowanzoenda kubasa. (He usually goes to work.) Vano wanzodya...
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    Wara

    In the Shona language, "wara" means doing things too quickly without thinking. If you have "wara," you rush into situations without considering what might happen. Example sentences for wara Usaita wara, funga usati waita. (Don't be hasty; think before you act.) Ane wara, anongozviwisira...
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    Warira

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), warira means to make up a bed. It's what you do in the morning. You take the sheets and blankets and put them back on the bed. You make the bed look tidy. It has fresh sheets and looks nice. Example sentences for warira Vashandi vepahotera vanowarira...
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    Waro

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "waro" is a word that people say when they want something to happen. It's like saying "I wish" or "I hope so" in English. Example sentences for waro Dai waro mvura yakanaya! (I wish it would rain!) - Expressing a strong desire for rain. Dai waro vakauya...
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    Warura

    In the Shona language (or ChiVanhu), "warura" means neatly folding up and putting away things like blankets, sheets, and pillows used when sleeping on a bed. Another similar word is, waranyuka. Example sentences for warura Amai vakanditaurira kuti ndiwarure mubhedha wangu ndisati ndabuda...
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    Waya

    In the Shona language (or ChiVanhu), "waya" means wire. It's an easy word that tells you about something thin and bendy, usually made of metal. People use wire for many things, like fences, phones, and even art. Example sentences for waya Vakaisa waya yekudzivirira imbwa. (They put up a wire...
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    Wedenga

    In the Shona language (or ChiShona), Wedenga means God. Shona people call Wedenga the one who made everything. They believe Wedenga is very powerful and knows everything. Example sentences for Wedenga Wedenga ndiye musiki wepasi nedenga. (God is the creator of the earth and the heavens.)...
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    Wedzera

    In the Shona language (Chivanhu), "wedzera" means to add more or put extra. If you need a bit more, you can say "wedzera." It's like saying, "Please add to this," or "I need additional amounts." Example sentences for wedzera Ndapota wedzera shuga mutii. (Please add more sugar to the tea.)...
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    Wee

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "wee" is a little add-on to a noun that shows you're anxious or amazed. You tack it onto the end of a word when something's got you worried or wowed. Example usage Maiwee! (Oh, my mother! - expressing surprise or shock) Babawee! (Oh, my father! - expressing...
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    Weti

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "weti" means urine. It's the stuff your body makes and removes when you pee. Example sentences for weti Imbwa yakaita weti pamusuwo. (The dog urinated on the door.) Weti ine munyu unokuvadza zvirimwa. (Urine contains salt that can harm plants.) Vanachiremba...
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    Wina

    In the Shona language (Chivanhu), wina or hwina means win. Use it when you come out on top in a game or contest. If your team beats the other side, you could say, "Tawina!" which means, "We won!" Example sentences for wina Amai vangu vakahwina mubairo mukuru mulotto. (My mother won a big...
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    Windo

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "windo" means a window. A window is a hole in the wall of a building. It has glass in it. It lets light come into the room. It also lets you see outside. windo is also spelled hwindo. Example sentences for windo Vhura hwindo kuti mhepo ipere mukati. (Open...
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