Swahili
talasimu
ta-la-SI-mu
How to say it
Swahilitalasimuta-la-SI-musoon
Englishtalismansoon
Frenchtalismansoon
Meaning
an object believed to carry protective or magical power, a talisman, amulet, or charm.
Good to know
talisman, amulet, charm
Examples
- Alivaa talasimu shingoni ili kujikinga na mabaya.He wore a talisman around his neck to protect himself from harm.
- Wazee wa zamani waliamini nguvu za talasimu.The elders of old believed in the power of amulets.
- Mchawi alimwuzia talasimu ya bahati.The witch doctor sold him a charm for good luck.
- Talasimu ile ilifungwa kwa kamba nyeusi.That amulet was tied with a black cord.
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