alama

How to say it

Meaning

A visible mark or symbol that shows or means something, such as a road sign or a scar, and also a point or mark given in a test or a game.

Good to know

The plural is the same word (alama hizi). Alama za barabarani are road signs, alama za uakifishaji are punctuation marks, and in schools and sport alama are marks or points.

Examples

• Alama hii inaonyesha kwamba barabara imefungwa.This sign shows that the road is closed.
• Ana alama ndogo kwenye paji la uso.He has a small mark on his forehead.
• Alipata alama za juu katika mtihani.She got high marks in the exam.

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