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Swahili

chando

CHAHN-doh

How to say it

SwahilichandoCHAHN-dohsoon
Englishlively dancesoon
Frenchdanse animéesoon

Meaning

a lively traditional dance or dance step performed especially at celebrations.

Good to know

Commonly used during festivities or cultural events.

Examples

  • Watoto walikuwa wakicheza chando kwenye sherehe.The children were dancing the chando at the party.
  • Chando hiki ni maarufu sana katika kijiji chetu.This dance is very popular in our village.
  • Vijana walicheza chando harusini.The young people danced the chando at the wedding.
  • Je, unajua hatua za chando?Do you know the steps of the chando dance?

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