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Kirundi

kubaha

Word parts: ku-baha

koo-BAH-hah

How to say it

Kirundikubahakoo-BAH-hahsoon
Englishto respectsoon
Frenchrespectersoon

Meaning

to show honor, deference, or esteem toward someone; to respect or revere.

Good to know

verb, infinitive ku-.

Examples

  • Abana bategerezwa kubaha ababyeyi babo.Children are expected to respect their parents.
  • Turabaha abakuru bacu.We respect our elders.
  • Tuzobaha uwo mushingantahe kubera ubukerebutsi bwiwe.We will respect that elder for his wisdom.
  • Ntabaha abatamwubaha na bo.He does not respect those who do not respect him.

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