kuvu

How to say it

Meaning

mold, mildew, or fungus that grows on damp surfaces or spoiled food.

Good to know

Also used generally for fungus and lichen.

Examples

• Mkate huu una kuvu.This bread has mold on it.
• Ukuta ulioota kuvu unahitaji kusafishwa.The wall that grew mold needs cleaning.
• Kuvu huota mahali penye unyevu.Mold grows in damp places.
• Usile chakula chenye kuvu.Don't eat food with mold on it.

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