Swahili
msharasi
m-shah-RAH-see
How to say it
Swahilimsharasim-shah-RAH-seesoon
Englishawlsoon
Frenchalènesoon
Meaning
an awl, a pointed tool used for piercing holes in leather or wood.
Good to know
awl
Examples
- Fundi viatu alitumia msharasi kutoboa ngozi.The shoemaker used an awl to pierce the leather.
- Msharasi huu ni mkali sana.This awl is very sharp.
- Je, unaweza kunikopesha msharasi wako?Can you lend me your awl?
- Mkono wake ulijeruhiwa na msharasi.His hand was injured by the awl.
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