Duramazwi
-karanhuka
Elementary
-ka-ran-hu-ka
verb
emotions
English:to be startled/surprised
Shona Definition-karanhika .

Definitions

To experience a sudden feeling of surprise or alarm; to be taken aback.

“Akakaranhuka paakaona nyoka.”

Examples

“Akakaranhuka paakaona nyoka.”

“He was startled when he saw the snake.”

Synonyms

-vhunduka
-shamiswa

Quick Reference

What does -karanhuka mean in English?
-karanhuka means "to be startled/surprised" in English.
Definition of -karanhuka
To experience a sudden feeling of surprise or alarm; to be taken aback.
Tsanangudzo ye-karanhuka
-karanhika .
Part of speech
verb