Swahili
mdoshi
m-DO-shi
How to say it
Swahilimdoshim-DO-shisoon
Englishtreadlesoon
Frenchpédalesoon
Meaning
the treadle or foot pedal of a weaving loom.
Good to know
treadle (of a loom)
Examples
- Mfumaji alikanyaga mdoshi kwa mguu.The weaver pressed the treadle with his foot.
- Je, mdoshi huu umevunjika?Is this treadle broken?
- Hakuweza kutumia mdoshi vizuri.He couldn't use the treadle properly.
- Fundi atatengeneza mdoshi mpya.The craftsman will make a new treadle.
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