kago

How to say it

Meaning

protective magic, or a charm believed to ward off evil, such as an attack by a lion.

Good to know

protect someone or something by kaida Kaida (the second month after magic. 2. (Hal.) protective magic. Ramadhan). kago la simba. charm against lions

Examples

• Mzee aliweka kago shambani kulilinda.The old man placed protective magic on the field to guard it.
• Kago la simba lilifungwa mkononi mwa mwindaji.A charm against lions was tied to the hunter's arm.
• Je, watu bado wanaamini nguvu ya kago?Do people still believe in the power of such charms?
• Hawakuthubutu kuingia msituni bila kago.They did not dare enter the forest without protective charms.

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