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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