mashikizo

How to say it

Meaning

Supports, props, or posts; also, tacking stitches used in sewing.

Good to know

plural of shikizo (ji-/ma- class); non-human noun, ma-/ya- agreement; rare, technical term.

Examples

• Fundi aliweka mashikizo chini ya paa.The builder placed supports under the roof.
• Je, mashikizo hayo yatashikilia uzito huo?Will those supports hold that weight?
• Mashikizo hayakutosha kuimarisha ukuta.The supports were not enough to strengthen the wall.

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