mirembe

How to say it

Meaning

Wooden spears with sharp points, traditionally used for hunting or as weapons; historically the term was also used for the spiked German military helmet worn in Tanganyika.

Good to know

plural of mrembe (m-/mi- class).

Examples

• Mirembe ilitumika na wawindaji wa zamani.Wooden spears were used by hunters of old.
• Je, mirembe hii bado inatengenezwa kijijini?Are these wooden spears still made in the village?
• Mirembe haikuruhusiwa kuingizwa mjini wakati wa vita.Wooden spears were not allowed into town during the war.
• Waonyeshaji watabeba mirembe kwenye gwaride la utamaduni.Performers will carry wooden spears in the cultural parade.