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Swahili

chuakari

choo-ah-KAH-ree

How to say it

Swahilichuakarichoo-ah-KAH-reesoon
Englishgemstonesoon
Frenchpierre précieusesoon

Meaning

a rare and highly valued precious gemstone.

Good to know

Chuakari is often used in jewelry making.

Examples

  • Chuakari ni jiwe la thamani kubwa.Chuakari is a stone of great value.
  • Alivaa pete yenye chuakari.She wore a ring with a chuakari.
  • Alinunua pete yenye chuakari.He bought a ring set with a gemstone.
  • Je, chuakari hii inagharimu kiasi gani?How much does this gemstone cost?

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