| 释义 |
Definition of jua kali in English: jua kalinoundʒʊə ˈkali mass noun, usually as modifier (in Kenya) small-scale craft or artisanal work, such as making tools or textiles. Example sentencesExamples - Many Kenyans work in what is called the jua kali sector, doing day labor in such fields as mechanics, small crafts, and construction.
- One pertains to the mode of production known in Kenya as jua kali, or "hot sun."
Origin Kiswahili, literally 'hot sun' (referring to the outdoor nature of the work). |