Swahili
kasabu
ka-SA-bu
How to say it
Swahilikasabuka-SA-busoon
Englishbrocadesoon
Frenchbrocartsoon
Meaning
a rich cloth interwoven with gold or silver thread, worn for weddings and other formal occasions.
Good to know
Kasabu is popular in formal wear.
Examples
- Alivaa kasabu kwenye harusi.She wore brocade at the wedding.
- Kasabu hii ni ya thamani sana.This gold cloth is very valuable.
- Bibi harusi alivaa kasabu siku ya arusi.The bride wore brocade on her wedding day.
- Je, kasabu hii imetoka wapi?Where did this brocade come from?
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