miswaki

How to say it

Meaning

Toothbrushes; traditionally, chewed twigs used to clean the teeth.

Good to know

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

Examples

• Miswaki inauzwa kila kona ya soko.Toothbrushes are sold on every corner of the market.
• Je, miswaki hii ni ya asili au ya kisasa?Are these toothbrushes traditional or modern?
• Miswaki haikupatikana dukani asubuhi hii.Toothbrushes were not available at the shop this morning.
• Watoto watapewa miswaki mipya shuleni.The children will be given new toothbrushes at school.