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What is the translation for vuvuzuela?

"Vuvuzela" doesn't have a direct translation into other languages. It's a loanword, meaning it's adopted directly from another language (in this case, Zulu).

However, here's how you can convey the concept of a vuvuzela in different languages:

* Spanish: Trompeta de plástico (plastic trumpet)

* French: Trompette en plastique (plastic trumpet)

* German: Plastik-Trompete (plastic trumpet)

* Italian: Tromba di plastica (plastic trumpet)

* Portuguese: Trombeta de plástico (plastic trumpet)

* Russian: Пластиковая труба (plastic pipe)

* Chinese (Simplified): 塑料喇叭 (plastic trumpet)

* Japanese: プラスチックトランペット (plastic trumpet)

You can also use descriptive phrases like:

* Loud, plastic horn

* Instrument used to make a loud, buzzing sound

* South African horn

Ultimately, the best way to convey the meaning of "vuvuzela" depends on the context and the audience.

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