Breakdown of Sanaa kama kuchora na kuimba inaweza kuleta furaha wakati unahisi huzuni.
wakati
the time
kuimba
to sing
na
and
kuleta
to bring
kuweza
to be able
kuhisi
to feel
kuchora
to draw
huzuni
the sadness
kama
such as
sanaa
the art
furaha
the joy
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Questions & Answers about Sanaa kama kuchora na kuimba inaweza kuleta furaha wakati unahisi huzuni.
What does sanaa mean in the sentence?
Sanaa translates to art. In this context, it refers to creative expression, encompassing activities like drawing and singing.
How is kama used in this sentence?
Kama means "like" or "such as." It introduces examples of art—here, specifically drawing (kuchora) and singing (kuimba).
What do kuchora and kuimba mean?
Both are verbs in the infinitive form. Kuchora means "to draw," and kuimba means "to sing."
How does inaweza function in this sentence?
Inaweza is a modal verb meaning "can" or "may." It indicates the possibility that engaging in art has the ability to bring happiness.
Why is kuleta in the infinitive form following inaweza?
In Swahili, after modal verbs like inaweza, the subsequent verb stays in its infinitive form. Kuleta means "to bring," and using the infinitive here correctly follows the modal construction.
What do furaha and huzuni mean, and how are they used?
Furaha means "happiness" or "joy," while huzuni means "sadness" or "sorrow." The sentence suggests that art can bring happiness even when you are feeling sad.
Can you explain the structure of the clause wakati unahisi huzuni?
Certainly. Wakati serves as a temporal marker meaning "when" (or "time"), unahisi is the present tense form of "to feel" (implying "you feel"), and huzuni means "sadness." Together, they form a clause that translates to "when you feel sad."