shada

How to say it

Meaning

a bunch, cluster, or bundle, as of flowers, hair, or beads.

Good to know

bunch, cluster. shada la maua. a bunch of flowers, bouquet. shada la nywele. a tuft of hair (tied up at the back of the head); string (of beads, etc.), necklace. shada la ushanga. a pearl necklace; tassel, fringe; kite (a child's toy)

Examples

• Alimpa shada la maua bibi arusi.He gave the bride a bouquet of flowers.
• Msichana alifunga shada la nywele nyuma.The girl tied a tuft of hair at the back.
• Je, shada hili la ushanga limetengenezwa na nani?Who made this beaded necklace?
• Hawakuleta shada la maua kwenye msiba.They did not bring a bunch of flowers to the funeral.