Swahili
msaji
m-SAH-jee
How to say it
Swahilimsajim-SAH-jeesoon
Englishteak treesoon
Frenchtecksoon
Meaning
the teak tree, valued for its strong, durable timber.
Good to know
teak tree (Tectona grandis)
Examples
- Fundi alitengeneza kiti kwa mti wa msaji.The craftsman made a chair from teak wood.
- Msaji hukua vizuri sehemu za joto.Teak grows well in warm areas.
- Je, meza hii imetengenezwa kwa msaji?Is this table made of teak?
- Mbao za msaji ni ghali sana.Teak timber is very expensive.
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