swahili
[verb]
Babua
Maana (Definition)
To burn or singe the outer surface of food or hair over an open flame.
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
scorch / singe outer layer
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
babua
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu origin
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Alibabua kuku kwa moto kabla ya kumpika."
Translation: She singed the chicken over fire before cooking it.
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):