Duramazwi
-tumhuka
Elementary
-tu-mhu-ka
verb
emotions
English:to be startled/to be surprised
Shona Definition-tomuka .

Definitions

To experience a sudden feeling of alarm or surprise; to be shocked or frightened.

“Akatumhuka paakaona nyoka”

Examples

“Akatumhuka paakaona nyoka”

“He was startled when he saw the snake.”

Synonyms

-vhunduka
-shamisika

Quick Reference

What does -tumhuka mean in English?
-tumhuka means "to be startled/to be surprised" in English.
Definition of -tumhuka
To experience a sudden feeling of alarm or surprise; to be shocked or frightened.
Tsanangudzo ye-tumhuka
-tomuka .
Part of speech
verb