kena Meaning & Definition
/ˈkənɑ/
What Does Kena Mean?
Kena is used as a noun meaning Alternative form of quena (“traditional flute of the Andes”). As a verb, it means To experience, receive, suffer, get or be affected by (something negative).
Kena in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkənɑ/ |
| Plural | kenas |
Kena Definition (Noun)
- Alternative form of quena (“traditional flute of the Andes”).
Kena as a Verb
- To experience, receive, suffer, get or be affected by (something negative).
They all kena food poisoning.
- Used before a verb to indicate the adversative passive voice.
He kena fine $10.
Synonyms of Kena
The source does not list synonyms for this entry.
Kena synonyms and antonyms →Kena in a Sentence
They all kena food poisoning.
If they ever catch you jaywalking, you will kena.
He kena fine $10.
My job application kena rejected.
Word Forms & Grammar
kena (plural kenas)
kena (invariable)
Origin of Kena
Borrowed from Malay kena (“to be struck, hit, affected by”).