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swahili [noun]

Ndege wa nyika

Maana (Definition)

A large flightless African savanna bird renowned for its speed and tall stature.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ostrich / wild savanna bird (Struthio camelus)

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ndege wa nyika

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Zoology
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Ndege wa nyika alikimbia kwa kasi kubwa mwituni."

Translation: The ostrich ran with great speed in the wild savanna.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Mbunimnyama
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