Swahili
iguzo
ee-GOO-zoh
How to say it
Swahiliiguzoee-GOO-zohsoon
Englishpillarsoon
Frenchpiliersoon
Meaning
a pillar or post that holds up a building, or figuratively a source of support.
Good to know
often used figuratively for a person or thing that provides comfort and support.
Examples
- Nyumba hii inasimama kwa iguzo nne kuu.This house stands on four main pillars.
- Baba alikuwa iguzo la familia yetu.Father was the pillar of our family.
- Iguzo hilo limechakaa, linahitaji kubadilishwa.That post has worn out and needs replacing.
- Bila msaada wako, sitakuwa na iguzo la kunitegemeza.Without your help, I would have no support to lean on.
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