Swahili
suka
SU-ka
How to say it
SwahilisukaSU-kasoon
Englishto twist, braidsoon
Frenchtressersoon
Meaning
to twist strands together into rope, or to plait and braid hair.
Good to know
figuratively can describe underhanded political scheming, as in kusuka njama.
Examples
- Mama alimsuka mtoto wake nywele.The mother braided her child's hair.
- Wavuvi walisuka kamba kwa nyuzi za mkonge.The fishermen twisted rope from sisal fiber.
- Wanasiasa wanasuka njama dhidi yake.Politicians are scheming against him.
- Nitasuka nywele zangu kabla ya harusi.I will braid my hair before the wedding.
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