nso

How to say it

Meaning

the kidney, an internal organ that filters the blood; in some usage, also the liver.

Good to know

anat; kidney. (= buki, figo.); rare liver. (= ini.)

Examples

• Daktari alichunguza nso za mgonjwa.The doctor examined the patient's kidneys.
• Nyama ya nso ni maarufu katika baadhi ya tamaduni.Kidney meat is popular in some cultures.
• Alikuwa na tatizo la nso tangu utotoni.He has had a kidney problem since childhood.
• Nso husaidia mwili kuondoa sumu.The kidneys help the body remove toxins.

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