gumbunga
Elementary
gu-mbu-nga
verb
emotions
English:to be startled/startled
Shona Definitiondhumukwa

Definitions

To be suddenly frightened or surprised; to jump or flinch in reaction to something unexpected.

Akagumbungwa paakanzwa ruzha rukuru.

Examples

Akagumbungwa paakanzwa ruzha rukuru.

He was startled when he heard a loud noise.

Synonyms

dhumukwa
vhunduka
AI Context

confusion

Quick Reference

What does gumbunga mean in English?
gumbunga means "to be startled/startled" in English.
Definition of gumbunga
To be suddenly frightened or surprised; to jump or flinch in reaction to something unexpected.
Tsanangudzo yegumbunga
dhumukwa
Part of speech
verb