msusi

How to say it

Meaning

A person, usually a woman, whose work is braiding or plaiting hair, often in a salon or at home.

Good to know

M/wa class: plural wasusi. From kusuka, to braid; the craft is ususi. msuka is another form with the same meaning.

Examples

• Msusi huyu anasuka nywele vizuri sana.This braider braids hair very well.
• Wasusi wa mtaa wetu wana wateja wengi kabla ya sikukuu.The braiders in our street have many clients before the holidays.
• Dada yangu anafanya kazi ya msusi katika saluni.My sister works as a braider in a salon.

Forms

msuki