Duramazwi
chinjiri
chi-nji-ri
noun
mythology/games

Definitions

1. A mythical creature, said to be very frightening, but never seen. 2. A place where children pretend to imprison others during a game.

“Vana vakaita mutambo wechinjiri mumunda.”

Examples

“Vana vakaita mutambo wechinjiri mumunda.”

“The children played a game of 'chinjiri' in the field.”

Synonyms

chihwenga
chidhoma

Quick Reference

Definition of chinjiri
1. A mythical creature, said to be very frightening, but never seen. 2. A place where children pretend to imprison others during a game.
Part of speech
noun