Swahili
vinamassi
vee-nah-MAHS-see
How to say it
Swahilivinamassivee-nah-MAHS-seesoon
Englishswampssoon
Frenchmarécagessoon
Meaning
Swamps or marshy areas, low-lying land that is permanently or seasonally waterlogged.
Good to know
plural of kinamassi (ki-/vi- class).
Examples
- Vinamassi vingi hupatikana karibu na mto.Many swamps are found near the river.
- Je, vinamassi hivi ni hatari kwa magari?Are these swamps dangerous for cars?
- Vinamassi hivyo havifai kwa kilimo.Those swamps are not suitable for farming.
- Mvua ikiendelea, vinamassi vitaongezeka.If the rain continues, the swamps will increase.
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