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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