buva
Elementary
bu-va
verb
emotions
English:To be easily startled, to be jumpy
Shona DefinitionBuva kuva nehana isina kusimba inovhunduka nhando. buka dzuni

Definitions

To be easily frightened or surprised; to react quickly to sudden noises or movements.

Mwana wake anobuva nyore nyore.

Examples

Mwana wake anobuva nyore nyore.

His child is easily startled.

Synonyms

kutya
kuvhunduka

Antonyms

kushinga
kutsunga
AI Context

dust

Quick Reference

What does buva mean in English?
buva means "To be easily startled, to be jumpy" in English.
Definition of buva
To be easily frightened or surprised; to react quickly to sudden noises or movements.
Tsanangudzo yebuva
Buva kuva nehana isina kusimba inovhunduka nhando. buka dzuni
Part of speech
verb