chuma

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Meaning

The hard gray metal used for tools, machines, roofing and building bars; also any piece of metal.

Good to know

Ki/vi class noun: plural vyuma, metals or pieces of metal. Chuma cha pua is stainless steel and vyuma chakavu scrap metal; moyo wa chuma, a heart of iron, is a strong will.

Examples

• Mlango huu umetengenezwa kwa chuma, si mbao.This door is made of iron, not wood.
• Fundi aliunganisha vipande viwili vya chuma.The craftsman joined two pieces of metal.
• Mboga za majani zina madini ya chuma kwa wingi.Leafy vegetables are rich in iron.

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