Swahili
mhanga
um-HAH-ngah
How to say it
Swahilimhangaum-HAH-ngahsoon
Englishsacrificial animalsoon
Frenchanimal sacrificielsoon
Meaning
an animal killed as an offering, often in traditional or religious ceremonies.
Good to know
You might use this word in discussions about culture or rituals.
Examples
- Mhanga alitolewa kama sadaka kwa sherehe.The animal was offered as a sacrifice for the ceremony.
- Katika mila zetu, mhanga ni muhimu sana.In our traditions, the animal offering is very important.
- Waliuchagua ng'ombe kuwa mhanga.They chose an ox to be the sacrificial animal.
- Je, mhanga atachinjwa lini?When will the sacrificial animal be slaughtered?
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