Swahili
mdundugo
m-du-ndu-GO
How to say it
Swahilimdundugom-du-ndu-GOsoon
Englishamuletsoon
Frenchamulette, talismansoon
Meaning
a protective charm or amulet believed to make its wearer invulnerable.
Good to know
a traditional belief item.
Examples
- Mzee alivaa mdundugo shingoni.The old man wore an amulet around his neck.
- Je, mdundugo huu una nguvu za kweli?Does this charm really have power?
- Sikuamini kuwa mdundugo unamlinda.I didn't believe the charm protected him.
- Waganga hutengeneza mdundugo kwa mizizi.Healers make amulets from roots.
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