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  1. Nolwazi Kwayedza

    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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  15. Nolwazi Kwayedza

    Wirirana

    In the Shona language (or ChiShona), "wirirana" has two meanings: To agree. To get on together well. Example sentences for wirirana Hatina kuwirirana pamusoro penzira yekufamba nayo. (We didn't agree on which route to take.) Vose vakawirirana kuti mhinduro iyi ndiyo yakanakisisa. (They all...
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    Wo

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), -wo is a suffix. You add it to the end of a word when you want to make a polite request. It's like saying "please" in English. For example, if "enda" means "go," then "endawo" would mean something like "go, please." Examples of using the suffix -wo Endawo...
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    Wodzvoka

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), "wodzvoka" means to tip or fall over. Example sentences for wodzvoka Hari yawodzvoka mvura ikadururika. (The pot tipped over and the water spilled.) Mwana akakwira pachigaro chikawodzvoka. (The child climbed on the chair, and it tipped over.) Mota...
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    Yamba

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yamba means to begin or start something. Example sentences for yamba Vakayamba kuvaka imba itsva. (They began to build a new house.) Musangano uchayamba na9 dzemangwanani. (The meeting will start at 9 am.) Vana vakayamba kuimba nziyo. (The children started...
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    Yambira

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yambira means to tip someone off or warn them about something bad that might happen. You can also use it to give a friend good advice to help them stay safe or make smart choices. Think of it like a heads-up from someone who cares about you. Example...
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    Yambiro

    In the Shona language (or Chivanhu), yambiro means a warning or heads-up about something bad that might happen. Think of it like when your friend tells you to watch for a puddle or your mom warns you that the stove is hot. People use this word to help keep each other safe from harm. Example...
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