ishami

How to say it

Meaning

a part of a tree that grows out from the trunk, a branch; by extension, a division of an organization.

Good to know

Also used figuratively for a branch or department of a company, church, or organization.

Examples

• Ishami ry'iki giti ryavunitse.The branch of this tree broke.
• Iri shami ry'ishirahamwe riri hehe?Where is this branch of the organization?
• Nta shami ryanditswe kuri urwo rutonde.No branch is listed on that list.
• Ejo bazofungura ishami rishasha mu gisagara.Tomorrow they will open a new branch in the city.

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