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Swahili

kizibau

kee-zee-BAH-oo

How to say it

Swahilikizibaukee-zee-BAH-oosoon
Englishwaistcoatsoon
Frenchgiletsoon

Meaning

a waistcoat or sleeveless jacket worn over a shirt.

Good to know

a sleeveless upper garment, often worn as part of formal or traditional dress.

Examples

  • Alivaa kizibau cheusi kwenye harusi.He wore a black waistcoat at the wedding.
  • Je, kizibau hiki ni cha ngozi?Is this waistcoat made of leather?
  • Sina kizibau cha kuvaa leo.I don't have a waistcoat to wear today.
  • Watanunua kizibau kipya kwa sherehe.They will buy a new waistcoat for the celebration.

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