Kirundi
ipfundo
eeh-PFOON-doh
How to say it
Kirundiipfundoeeh-PFOON-dohsoon
Englishknotsoon
Frenchnœudsoon
Meaning
a tight loop tied in string or rope, a knot, or by extension a wrap-around garment.
Good to know
knot; outer garment
Examples
- Ipfundo ryagumye rikomeye.The knot stayed tight.
- Nagerageje gukuramo ipfundo, siko byagenze.I tried to undo the knot, it didn't work.
- Fatisha uru rugoye n'ipfundo.Tie this rope with a knot.
- Yambaye ipfundo ku mabega.She wore the wrap over her shoulders.
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