ikibazo

How to say it

Meaning

a question; also a problem, difficulty, issue, or exam.

Good to know

An everyday word covering a spoken question, a life problem, and a school test, all told apart by context. 'Nta kibazo' (no problem) is a common stock reply.

Examples

• Mwarimu yabajije ikibazo bwa mbere.The teacher asked the first question.
• Ese ufise ikibazo kijanye n'akazi kawe?Do you have a problem with your job?
• Nta kibazo, nzobigufasha.No problem, I'll help you with it.
• Twagize ikibazo kinini mu rugendo.We ran into a big problem during the trip.

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