chaja

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See also: chajá

English

Alternative forms

chauna, chajá

Etymology

Native Brazilian name chajá, imitative of its cry.

Noun

chaja (plural chajas)

  1. A South American bird, the crested screamer (Chauna torquata), which can be used as guard animals.

References

Swahili

Etymology

Borrowed from English charger.

Pronunciation

  • (file)

Noun

chaja (n class, plural chaja)

  1. charger (device that charges or recharges)
    Synonym: kimemeshi
    • 2016 December 2, “Asilimia 99 ya chaja bandia za Apple haziko salama”, in BBC News Swahili:
      Asilimia 99 ya chaja bandia za Apple haziko salama
      99% of fake Apple chargers are not safe

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