kirumbo

Meanings

• Noun

  A Swahili term, meaning a large pot used for cooking.

  - "My mother uses a kirumbo to cook ugali for our family."
  - "The kirumbo is placed over the fire to heat the food."

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Variants

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bimbo , bimboes , bimbos , Bimbo

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Etymology

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From the Swahili language, derived from the Bantu word 'kirumba' meaning 'large pot'.

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Trivia

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1. The kirumbo is often made from clay or metal.

2. In Swahili literature, the kirumbo is mentioned as a symbol of community and family gatherings.

3. The kirumbo is also used in Swahili folktales as a metaphor for unity and togetherness.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ugali: A starchy food made from maize or sorghum flour, which is a staple food in East Africa.

2. Pilau: A rice dish prepared with various spices, meat, and vegetables, popular in Swahili and Indian cuisine.

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Culture

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In Swahili culture, the kirumbo is an essential kitchen utensil used for cooking staple dishes such as ugali, pilau, and nsima.

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