marufaa

How to say it

Meaning

a wooden stand or rest, especially one used to hold the Quran open while reading.

Good to know

traditionally used in Islamic households for reading the Quran; can also refer to a candlestick or a part of a traditional loom.

Examples

• Aliweka Kurani juu ya marufaa kabla ya kusoma.He placed the Quran on the stand before reading.
• Msikitini kuna marufaa za kizamani.There are old-fashioned Quran stands in the mosque.
• Babu alitengeneza marufaa kwa mkono.Grandfather made the stand by hand.