Swahili
kanu
KAH-noo
How to say it
SwahilikanuKAH-noosoon
Englishwild cat, genetsoon
Frenchchat sauvagesoon
Meaning
a wild cat known for its agility and hunting skill, such as a genet or similar small feline.
Good to know
Use this word when discussing wildlife or talking about cats in the wild.
Examples
- Kanu ni mnyama anayepatikana porini.The wild cat is an animal found in the wilderness.
- Niliona kanu akicheza kwenye mbuga.I saw a wild cat playing in the park.
- Kanu alishika kuku usiku wa manane.The wild cat caught a chicken at midnight.
- Je, kanu huyu anaishi msituni?Does this wild cat live in the forest?
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