Swahili
bembe
BEM-be
How to say it
SwahilibembeBEM-besoon
Englishconfectionerysoon
Frenchconfiseriesoon
Meaning
confectionery or dessert given as a gift, especially during Ramadhan or on visits.
Good to know
confectionery, dessert (pre- sented as a gift during Ramadhan and on visits)
Examples
- Mama aliandaa bembe kwa wageni wa Ramadhani.Mom prepared sweets for the Ramadhan guests.
- Alileta bembe alipotembelea.He brought a treat when he visited.
- Watoto walifurahia bembe iliyoletwa.The children enjoyed the treat brought to them.
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