amakamba

How to say it

Meaning

circular ornamental headpieces, often woven, worn as a sign of honor or achievement; crowns.

Good to know

plural of ikamba (ama- class); the singular is in the i- class.

Examples

• Abami bo kera bambaraga amakamba akozwe mu vyatsi.The kings of old wore crowns made of woven grass.
• Ese amakamba azohabwa abatsinze ryari?When will the crowns be given to the winners?
• Abakobwa ntibemererwa kwambara amakamba mu muhango w'amasomo.Girls are not allowed to wear crowns at the graduation ceremony.
• Tuzootunganya amakamba y'indabo ku bw'umuhango w'ubukwe.We will prepare flower crowns for the wedding ceremony.

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