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Kirundi

urukwavu

Word parts: uru-kwavu

oo-roo-KWAH-voo

How to say it

Kirundiurukwavuoo-roo-KWAH-voosoon
Englishrabbitsoon
Frenchlapin, lièvresoon

Meaning

a small long-eared animal known for its speed and for burrowing.

Good to know

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Examples

  • Urukwavu rwaciye mu murima duhagaze.A hare ran across the field while we stood there.
  • Ese urukwavu rurashobora kwibera mu buriri?Can a rabbit live in a burrow?
  • Nta rukwavu rwabonetse ku ruhigi.No hare was found during the hunt.
  • Abana barondera urukwavu bakiri baragowe.The children chase after a hare when it is still small.

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