rukwa
Elementary
ru-kwa
noun
nature/supernatural
English:A type of charm or spell used to prevent theft, often placed on crops or other valuables.
Shona DefinitionRukwa mushonga unoteyewa pazvinhu zvakaita semichero kana zvirimwa, wokuti kana mumhu ava kuba haazokwanisi kubvapo. chipingo

Definitions

A charm or spell, often a type of medicine (mushonga), placed on crops, fruits, or other valuable items to prevent theft. It is believed that anyone attempting to steal the protected item will be unable to leave the area.

Murimi akaisa rukwa mumunda wake wemichero.

Examples

Murimi akaisa rukwa mumunda wake wemichero.

The farmer placed a rukwa in his orchard.

Synonyms

chipingo
mushonga
AI Context

valley

Quick Reference

What does rukwa mean in English?
rukwa means "A type of charm or spell used to prevent theft, often placed on crops or other valuables." in English.
Definition of rukwa
A charm or spell, often a type of medicine (mushonga), placed on crops, fruits, or other valuable items to prevent theft. It is believed that anyone attempting to steal the protected item will be unable to leave the area.
Tsanangudzo yerukwa
Rukwa mushonga unoteyewa pazvinhu zvakaita semichero kana zvirimwa, wokuti kana mumhu ava kuba haazokwanisi kubvapo. chipingo
Part of speech
noun