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Kirundi

ingombwa

ee-NGOH-mbwah

How to say it

Kirundiingombwaee-NGOH-mbwahsoon
Englishessentialsoon
Frenchnécessairesoon

Meaning

Something that is essential or necessary; required.

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noun class 9/10; very common in daily speech.

Examples

  • Ni ingombwa ko dutanga ivyo umuryango ukeneye.It is essential that we provide what the family needs.
  • Nzokwitwararika ivyo ari ingombwa mbere y'ibindi.I will focus on what is essential before other things.
  • Nta ngombwa yo kwihutira ata kigenwe.There is no need to rush without a plan.
  • Amazi ni ingombwa ku buzima bw'abantu.Water is essential for people's life.

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