pungwa¹
PPronunciation
/ˈpungwa/
English Translation
A drum played during rituals to treat someone possessed by spirits
Example Usage
Swahili:
"Walipiga pungwa kumtibu mgonjwa."
English:
"They beat the ritual drum to treat the sick person."
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October 08, 2025Last Updated
October 08, 2025Word ID
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