indimi

mmasai

mmah-SAH-ee

How to say it

Swahilimmasaimmah-SAH-ee
Englisha Maasai (person)
Frenchun Masaï

Meaning

A member of the Maasai people, cattle herders of northern Tanzania and southern Kenya known for their red cloth and traditions.

Good to know

M/wa noun, usually written with a capital: Mmasai, plural Wamasai. The language is Kimasai.

Examples

  • Mmasai huyo alivaa shuka nyekundu.That Maasai man wore a red cloth.
  • Wamasai wanajulikana kwa ufugaji wa ng’ombe.The Maasai are known for herding cattle.
  • Rafiki yangu ni Mmasai kutoka Arusha.My friend is a Maasai from Arusha.

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