Duramazwi
-umba
Elementary
-u-mba
verb
actions
English:To mold/shape/form; to nurture/develop
Shona DefinitionKu umba kugadzira mufananidzo wechinhu chaunoda, uchishandisa dhaka kana zvimwewo. Ku umba munhu kumudzidzisa kutevedzera tsika dzakanaka dzeupenyu, achisiya dzakaipa.

Definitions

To create a form or shape, typically using a pliable material like clay or mud. Also, to shape or develop a person's character or behavior, often through teaching and guidance.

“Akauumba dhaka kuita hari.”

Examples

“Akauumba dhaka kuita hari.”

“He molded the clay to make a pot. Vabereki vanofanira kuumba vana vavo.”

“Parents should nurture their children.”

Synonyms

kugadzira
kuita

Quick Reference

What does -umba mean in English?
-umba means "To mold/shape/form; to nurture/develop" in English.
Definition of -umba
To create a form or shape, typically using a pliable material like clay or mud. Also, to shape or develop a person's character or behavior, often through teaching and guidance.
Tsanangudzo ye-umba
Ku umba kugadzira mufananidzo wechinhu chaunoda, uchishandisa dhaka kana zvimwewo. Ku umba munhu kumudzidzisa kutevedzera tsika dzakanaka dzeupenyu, achisiya dzakaipa.
Part of speech
verb