pakari

How to say it

Meaning

a metal tool with two hinged arms used for gripping or holding hot or small objects, tongs or pliers.

Good to know

tongs, (flat-nosed) pliers. pakasa twist (thread, rope). pakata hold, carry. pakari mtoto. carry a child (in one's arms)

Examples

• Fundi alitumia pakari kushika chuma cha moto.The blacksmith used tongs to hold the hot iron.
• Alichukua kaa la moto kwa pakari.He picked up the hot coal with tongs.
• Pakari hizi ni bora kwa kazi za ufundi.These pliers are good for craft work.
• Weka pakari mahali salama baada ya kuzitumia.Put the tongs in a safe place after using them.