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bend in Swahili

bend in Swahili is kunja, pinda — bend means to force something into a curved or angled shape.

bend in Swahili

kunja
verb
to cause to shape into a curve
pinda
verb
to cause to shape into a curve

What does "bend" mean?

  1. verb To force something into a curved or angled shape.
    "The strong wind had bent the metal sign so far that it was unreadable."
  2. verb To curve or change direction.
    "The river bends to the left near the old mill."
  3. verb To lean or stoop the body.
    "You should bend your knees when you lift a heavy box."
  4. verb To adapt rules or facts to suit a purpose.
    "Some people bend the truth a little when they tell funny stories."
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bend in a sentence

  • The strong wind had bent the metal sign so far that it was unreadable.
  • Be careful not to bend the pages of the book too much.
  • The river bends to the left near the old mill.
  • Watch out where the path bends, because cyclists often come round it quickly.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "bend" in Swahili?
"bend" in Swahili is kunja, pinda. bend means: To force something into a curved or angled shape.
How do you use "bend" in a sentence?
Example: "The strong wind had bent the metal sign so far that it was unreadable." In Swahili, "bend" is kunja, pinda.
Are there other ways to say "bend" in Swahili?
Yes — Swahili has 2 translations listed for "bend": kunja, pinda.
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