amavi

How to say it

Meaning

The joints connecting the thigh and lower leg; the knees.

Good to know

plural of ivi (i-/ama- class).

Examples

• Amavi ye yaramuraye nyuma yo kwiruka.His knees hurt after running.
• Ese amavi yawe akomeye nyuma y'ikirenge?Are your knees fine after the fall?
• Nta mavi mfite amaze kumeneka.I have no injured knees.
• Umuganga azasuzuma amavi ye ejo bundi.The doctor will examine his knees the day after tomorrow.

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