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swahili [noun]

Panga

Maana (Definition)

A heavy cutting tool used for clearing bush, agricultural work, and harvesting.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

machete / heavy broad-bladed cutting tool

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

panga

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root (-panga)
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mkulima alitumia panga kukata majani ya mahindi."

Translation: The farmer used a machete to cut corn stalks.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kifaa cha shambajisu
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