dictionary / translation Lingala - English [kotambwisa]

kotambwisa, form of a verb

infinitive : kotámbwisa
time : (linoko, ebandeli) infinitive (ko-) or in negative (etinda) plural imperative

kotambusa, regular construction (root : tambus) (class 15 : ko- (verbs))
kotambuisa, regular construction (root : tambuis) (class 15 : ko- (verbs))
kotámbwisa, regular construction (root : tambwis) (class 15 : ko- (verbs))

to operate, to start
to drive (a car)
to compel

see also : kokumba

2 examples (bandakisa míbalé) ...

epekisami kotambusa motuka soki omeli masanga.: It's prohibited to operate a vehicle if you drunk (a drink).

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