Chapwa!

In Bemba, the word finished can be translated as “napwa” or “chapwa”, depending on the context.

Napwa: Used in a general sense to mean something is done or over.

Chapwa: Also means finished or completed and is used similarly.

For example:

• “It is finished” = “Chapwa”

• “I have finished” = “Napwa”

Let me know if you’d like help with other phrases!

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