Swahili
ngawa
NGAH-wah
How to say it
SwahilingawaNGAH-wahsoon
Englishcivet catsoon
Frenchcivettesoon
Meaning
a civet cat or serval, a small wild cat known for its distinctive appearance and behavior.
Good to know
You can use this word when talking about unique animals in the wild.
Examples
- Ngawa ni mnyama mwenye madoa mazuri.The civet cat is an animal with beautiful spots.
- Niliona ngawa akitembea usiku.I saw a civet cat walking at night.
- Ngawa alionekana msituni usiku.A civet cat was seen in the forest at night.
- Je, ngawa hushambulia kuku?Does the civet cat attack chickens?
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