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swahili [noun]

Ndago

Maana (Definition)

A fragrant wild sedge grass whose tubers are dried and used in coastal incense blends.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

nutgrass / fragrant sedge weed used in traditional incense

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ndago

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

"Moshi wa ndago ulinukia vizuri nyumbani."

Translation: The nutgrass incense smoke smelled pleasant at home.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ukubaniRudi
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