Swahili
mkarafuu
um-kah-RAH-foo
How to say it
Swahilimkarafuuum-kah-RAH-foosoon
Englishclove treesoon
Frenchgirofliersoon
Meaning
the clove tree, known for its aromatic flower buds.
Good to know
Used in discussions about spices and agriculture.
Examples
- Mkarafuu ni mti wa thamani sana.The clove tree is a very valuable tree.
- Niliona mkarafuu ukiwa unastawi vizuri.I saw a clove tree growing well.
- Mkarafuu ulizaa maua mengi mwaka huu.The clove tree bore many buds this year.
- Je, mkarafuu hustawi wapi zaidi?Where does the clove tree grow best?
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