virago

How to say it

Meaning

Sleeping mats, often woven from plant fiber, used for comfort while lying down.

Good to know

plural of kirago (ki-/vi- class).

Examples

• Wageni walilala kwenye virago vilivyotandikwa sakafuni.The guests slept on mats spread on the floor.
• Je, virago hivi vimesukwa kwa mkonge?Are these mats woven from sisal?
• Virago hivi si laini sana.These mats are not very soft.
• Tutasafisha virago kabla ya wageni kufika.We will clean the mats before the guests arrive.