shali

How to say it

Meaning

a piece of fabric worn draped over the shoulders for warmth, a shawl.

Good to know

shawl. shaliki tie/fasten loosely, tie in a bow

Examples

• Alijifunika shali baridi ile ilipokuwa kali.She wrapped herself in a shawl when the cold was severe.
• Shali lake lina rangi nyekundu.His shawl is red in color.
• Je, ulinunua wapi shali hilo zuri?Where did you buy that beautiful shawl?
• Hakuvaa shali licha ya baridi kali.She did not wear a shawl despite the severe cold.