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Swahili

vichokoo

vee-choh-KOH-oh

How to say it

Swahilivichokoovee-choh-KOH-ohsoon
Englishspurssoon
Frenchéperonssoon

Meaning

Small spurs, such as those fitted to the heels of riding boots.

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plural of kichokoo (ki-/vi- class); equestrian term.

Examples

  • Mpanda farasi alivaa vichokoo miguuni.The horseman wore spurs on his feet.
  • Je, vichokoo hivi vinamuumiza farasi?Do these spurs hurt the horse?
  • Vichokoo havikuvaliwa wakati wa mafunzo.The spurs were not worn during training.
  • Atavaa vichokoo wakati wa mashindano kesho.He will wear the spurs during the competition tomorrow.

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