kumu (a)

clenched as fist | closed (of mouth)

Mātauranga Education

He Tautuhinga | Definition

Te katia o te waha, o te ringa rānei.
When the mouth, or hand is closed tightly.

He Tauira | Example

Kua kumua e ia tōna waha kia kore ai e kōrero.
She clenched her mouth so she wouldn't speak.

He Kupu Reo Pākehā anō | English Alternatives

  • clenched as fist
  • closed (of mouth)