Jifunze Kiswahili
The Swahili word “jasho” means “sweat” in English.
Meaning:Literal meaning: Sweat, the moisture exuded through the skin due to heat, physical exertion, or stress.Figurative use: It can also symbolize hard work, effort, or struggle. For example, “matunda ya jasho” means “fruits of labor” (literally, “fruits of sweat”).
- Usage in a sentence:Literal:Baada ya kukimbia, mwili wake wote ulikuwa na jasho.(After running, his whole body was covered in sweat.)Figurative:Tulijenga nyumba hii kwa jasho letu.(We built this house with our own sweat/effort.)
Origin of the word:The word “jasho” is native to Bantu languages, from which Swahili is derived. Many Swahili words related to the body and daily life come from Bantu roots. It does not have Arabic or Persian influence, unlike many other Swahili words.
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