ɛn-tʉ́ntáí

Definition

Small oval bead of a standard size, commonly (but not necessarily) black or white color, used to finish the edge of necklaces. The black and white beads alternate around the necklace.

In a sentence

Míncop ɛnâ mánkékí amʉ̂ ɛtadányatɛ ɨntʉ́ntaí.

Don't wear that necklace because the oval beads (used to finish the edge) are broken. (Pk)

Where this comes from

Source

Payne & Ole-Kotikash, Maa Dictionary (U. Oregon, 2005)

Dialect

Kenyan Maa (Keekonyokie/Purko/Wuasinkishu)