indimi

Kirundi

kuramukira

Word parts: ku-ramukira

koo-rah-moo-KEE-rah

How to say it

Kirundikuramukirakoo-rah-moo-KEE-rahsoon
Englishto get upsoon
Frenchse leversoon

Meaning

to pay someone, especially a person of authority, a respectful morning greeting or visit.

Good to know

to get up, for, to greet authorities

Examples

  • Abanyagihugu bararamukira umukuru w'umurenge.The residents pay their respects to the local chief.
  • Ntaramukira ababa kure kubera ingendo.He doesn't pay morning visits to those far away because of the travel.
  • Ese waramukiye umwigisha wawe uyu musi?Did you greet your teacher this morning?

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