Swahili
wasana
wah-SAH-nah
How to say it
Swahiliwasanawah-SAH-nahsoon
Englishsmithssoon
Frenchforgeronssoon
Meaning
Metalworkers or smiths, especially those who work with iron.
Good to know
plural of msana (m-/wa- class).
Examples
- Wasana wanatengeneza majembe kijijini.The smiths make hoes in the village.
- Je, wasana wapo dukani?Are the smiths at the shop?
- Wasana hawajamaliza kazi ya leo.The smiths have not finished today's work.
- Wasana watatengeneza silaha za kale kesho.The smiths will make traditional weapons tomorrow.
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