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swahili [noun]

Nape

Maana (Definition)

The back of the neck directly below the skull base.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

nape of the neck / kishogo

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nape

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Anatomy
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alimpiga mkono wa nape alipogeuka."

Translation: He tapped the nape of his neck when he turned.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kishogoMaji yamemfika shingoni
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