swahili [noun]

Punda

Maana (Definition)

A hardy domesticated pack animal used extensively for transporting goods in coastal towns.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

donkey / pack animal / Equus asinus

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

punda

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root (-punda)

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Punda alibeba magunia ya chumvi kupita mitaani Lamu."

Translation: The donkey carried sacks of salt through the streets of Lamu.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mnyama wa kazi punda wa mzigo