Swahili
mlinzi
m-LEE-nzee
How to say it
Swahilimlinzim-LEE-nzeesoon
Englishwatchmansoon
Frenchveilleursoon
Meaning
a watchman, guard, or caretaker; also a shepherd, protector, or legal guardian.
Good to know
watchman, guard, caretaker; shepherd; protector, defender; jur. guardian
Examples
- Mlinzi alifungua lango asubuhi.The guard opened the gate in the morning.
- Mlinzi wa mifugo alikuwa macho usiku kucha.The livestock guard stayed alert all night.
- Je, mlinzi wa hoteli hii ni nani?Who is this hotel's watchman?
- Mahakama ilimteua mlinzi wa watoto hao.The court appointed a guardian for those children.
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