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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