gukundwa

How to say it

Meaning

to be loved, to be held dear by someone.

Good to know

The passive of gukunda (to love); used of being loved by family, friends, or a community.

Examples

• Uwo mwana arakundwa n'umuryango wiwe wose.That child is loved by his whole family.
• Mbega urakundwa n'abavukanyi bawe?Are you loved by your siblings?
• Ntakundwa n'abantu badamuzi.He isn't loved by people who don't know him.
• Azokundwa n'abantu benshi niba akomeje kugira neza.He will be loved by many if he keeps doing good.

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