indimi

Swahili

bundi

BUN-di

How to say it

SwahilibundiBUN-disoon
Englishowlsoon
Frenchhibousoon

Meaning

a nocturnal bird of prey with large forward-facing eyes, an owl.

Good to know

many people traditionally regard the owl's call at night as a bad omen.

Examples

  • Bundi huwinda usiku.Owls hunt at night.
  • Tulisikia sauti ya bundi nje ya nyumba.We heard the sound of an owl outside the house.
  • Wengi wanaamini bundi ni ishara ya mkosi.Many believe an owl is a sign of bad luck.
  • Bundi ana macho makubwa yanayomsaidia kuona gizani.The owl has big eyes that help it see in the dark.

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