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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