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Swahili

bugu

BU-gu

How to say it

SwahilibuguBU-gusoon
Englishflexible twigsoon
Frenchbrindille flexiblesoon

Meaning

a flexible twig or wand used for weaving baskets.

Good to know

flexible twig/wand (used for weaving baskets). buguika

Examples

  • Alikata bugu za kusukia kikapu.He cut twigs to weave a basket.
  • Bugu hizi ni rahisi kuzipinda.These twigs are easy to bend.
  • Wafundi hutumia bugu kutengeneza vikapu.Craftsmen use twigs to make baskets.
  • Tafuta bugu ndefu na laini.Look for a long, flexible twig.

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