fa
verb
LanguageChichewa (Malawi)
Meaning- to die
- to have a stroke
- to be infertile
- to spend or give out money
Munthu akafa, sadzauka.
When a person dies, they will not rise again.
Part of speechverb
Usage noteThis word is often used in a broad sense, including metaphorical meanings like running out of money.
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