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Kirundi

ikizigira

Word parts: iki-zigira

ee-chee-zee-GEE-rah

How to say it

Kirundiikizigiraee-chee-zee-GEE-rahsoon
Englishupper armsoon
Frenchbras, humérussoon

Meaning

the upper part of the arm, from shoulder to elbow, or the bone within it.

Good to know

upper arm, humerus

Examples

  • Yavunitse ikizigira mu kugwa.He broke his upper arm bone falling.
  • Muganga yamusuzumye ikizigira ciwe.The doctor examined his upper arm.
  • Ikizigira kimubabara kuva ku wa mbere.His upper arm has hurt since Monday.

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