uruhusha

How to say it

Meaning

permission granted to be away from one's usual work or duty, such as leave or a rest.

Good to know

in everyday speech this same word is also used for a week.

Examples

• Nasabye uruhusha kugira ngo ndwaje ababyeyi banje.I asked for leave to visit my parents.
• Ese uruhusha rwawe ruzomara iyihe misi?How many days will your leave last?
• Ntanjijwe uruhusha n'umukuru wanje.My boss did not give me permission.
• Tuzabonana mu ruhusha ruza.We will meet next week.

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