Swahili
kakakuona
ka-ka-ku-O-na
How to say it
Swahilikakakuonaka-ka-ku-O-nasoon
Englishpangolinsoon
Frenchpangolinsoon
Meaning
the pangolin, a scaly anteater whose burning scales are traditionally believed to ward off wild animals.
Good to know
a toothless, scale-covered mammal that curls into a ball when threatened; hunted in some areas for its scales, believed to have protective power.
Examples
- Kakakuona alijikunja alipoona hatari.The pangolin curled into a ball when it sensed danger.
- Je, umewahi kuona kakakuona msituni?Have you ever seen a pangolin in the forest?
- Wawindaji haramu huua kakakuona kwa magamba yake.Poachers kill pangolins for their scales.
- Kakakuona hawapatikani kwa urahisi siku hizi.Pangolins are not easily found these days.
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