Dulaan

toy; playthingnoun

Alternative meanings

An object used for playing, entertainment, or fun. It can refer to toys in general, not only dolls.

Pronunciation

doo-LAH-an

Root and affixes

Related to the root dula, meaning game or play. Dulaan can mean something used for playing; depending on context it may also refer to a place for playing.

Variants or conjugations

dulaan; laruan; duwaan; doll/toy figure

Related words and expressions

game; to play; doll; child; fun

Meaning and usage notes

Use “dulaan” for toy in general. For doll or toy figure, “manyika” is more specific. In some contexts, “dulaan” can also mean a play area.