Swahili
pugi
PU-gi
How to say it
SwahilipugiPU-gisoon
Englishwood dovesoon
Frenchtourterelle améthystinesoon
Meaning
a small dove (Turtur afer) found in African woodlands, known for its soft cooing call.
Good to know
An ornithological term for a specific bird species, not commonly used outside nature contexts.
Examples
- Asubuhi tulisikia sauti ya pugi msituni.In the morning we heard the sound of a wood dove in the forest.
- Je, umewahi kuona pugi karibu na nyumba yako?Have you ever seen a wood dove near your house?
- Pugi hawapatikani mjini sana.Wood doves are not found much in the city.
- Watafiti watachunguza tabia za pugi msimu huu.Researchers will study the wood doves' behavior this season.
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