umuzi

How to say it

Meaning

the part of a plant that grows underground and absorbs water and nutrients.

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Also used figuratively for the 'origin' or 'source' of something, as in umuzi w'ikibazo (the root of the problem).

Examples

• Umuzi w'iki giti ni muremure.The root of this tree is long.
• Ese umuzi w'ikibazo ni iki?What is the root of the problem?
• Iki giti nticyagira imizi ikomeye.This tree does not have strong roots.
• Bazacukura kugira ngo babone imizi y'umuti.They will dig to find the roots of the medicinal plant.

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