mjume

How to say it

Meaning

a craftsman who engraves or carves, or one who makes and repairs guns; a gunsmith.

Good to know

a traditional artisan title.

Examples

• Mjume alichonga sanamu nzuri ya mbao.The carver carved a beautiful wooden statue.
• Je, mjume anaweza kutengeneza bunduki hii?Can the gunsmith repair this gun?
• Babu alikuwa mjume maarufu kijijini.Grandfather was a famous carver in the village.