Swahili · Daily Life
kioo
Mirror; glass
Beginnernoun
Definition
A mirror, or glass as a material.
Example
Ninajiangalia kwenye kioo.
I look at myself in the mirror.
Etymology
'Kioo' originates from the Swahili term meaning 'pane' or 'mirror', possibly related to the Arabic term 'زجاجة' (zujaja) for glass.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kioo' is prevalent in everyday spoken language and written texts, encompassing both informal and formal uses across East Africa.