Swahili
mbano
MBA-no
How to say it
SwahilimbanoMBA-nosoon
Englishpressure, tongssoon
Frenchpression, pincesoon
Meaning
the act of pressing or squeezing; also a tool such as tongs, pincers, or a vise used for gripping.
Good to know
also used figuratively for pressure, stress, or exertion.
Examples
- Fundi alitumia mbano kushika msumari.The craftsman used pincers to hold the nail.
- Alifanya kazi hiyo chini ya mbano mkubwa.He did that work under great pressure.
- Mbano wa mkono wake ulionyesha hasira yake.The squeeze of his hand showed his anger.
- Tumia mbano huu kushika chuma chenye moto.Use these tongs to hold the hot metal.
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