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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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