mlio

How to say it

Meaning

a sound in general, such as a bang or report; a cry, roar, or bellow of a person or animal.

Good to know

commonly modified by wa, e.g. mlio wa bunduki (a rifle shot) or mlio wa ng'ombe (the lowing of cattle).

Examples

• Tulisikia mlio wa bunduki mbali.We heard a rifle shot far away.
• Mlio wa ng'ombe uliamsha kijiji chote.The lowing of the cattle woke the whole village.
• Mlio wa simba ulisikika usiku.The roar of a lion was heard at night.
• Je, mlio ule ulitoka wapi?Where did that sound come from?