Duramazwi
nhikwi
Beginner
m-u-nhik-wi
noun
body
English:hiccup
Shona Definitionmunhikwi

Definitions

A sudden, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm, causing a sharp intake of breath and a characteristic sound.

“Ari kurwara nhikwi”

Examples

“Ari kurwara nhikwi”

“He is suffering from hiccups.”

Synonyms

munhikwi

Quick Reference

What does nhikwi mean in English?
nhikwi means "hiccup" in English.
Definition of nhikwi
A sudden, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm, causing a sharp intake of breath and a characteristic sound.
Tsanangudzo yenhikwi
munhikwi
Part of speech
noun