membe

How to say it

Meaning

a species of curlew, a long-billed wading bird (Numenius phaeopus).

Good to know

ornith. (species of) curlew (Numenius phaeopus). memeteka, memetuka, meremeta; shine, sparkle, glitter, twinkle; give off sparks; rare rage, be furious

Examples

• Membe alitembea kando ya ufuo akitafuta chakula.The curlew walked along the shore looking for food.
• Je, uliona membe asubuhi hii?Did you see a curlew this morning?
• Hatukusikia sauti ya membe leo.We didn't hear a curlew's call today.
• Membe wataruka kuelekea kaskazini msimu wa baridi.Curlews will fly north in the cold season.