umusambi

How to say it

Meaning

the grey crowned crane, a large bird with a golden crest.

Good to know

also used for a worn-out sleeping mat.

Examples

• Umusambi waraguruka hejuru y'ibishanga.The crowned crane flew above the marshes.
• Iyi misambi iratotewe kubera amababa yayo meza.These cranes are admired for their beautiful feathers.
• Ntawubona umusambi ahantu hose.You don't see a crowned crane everywhere.
• Umusambi waricaye ku ruzi ijoro ryose.The crane stood by the river all night.