mlisho

How to say it

Meaning

feeding or nourishment, especially of animals; also, in the Islamic calendar, the month preceding Ramadhan.

Good to know

feeding, nourishment; Isl. month of the Muhammadan year (preceding Ramadhan)

Examples

• Mlisho wa ng'ombe ulipangwa asubuhi na jioni.The cattle's feeding was scheduled for morning and evening.
• Mkulima aliongeza mlisho wa kuku wakati wa baridi.The farmer increased the chickens' feed during the cold season.
• Waislamu hujiandaa kwa mfungo mwezi wa Mlisho.Muslims prepare for the fast during the month of Mlisho.