kubuza

How to say it

Meaning

to prevent, stop, prohibit, or forbid someone from doing something.

Good to know

to prevent, stop (tr.), prohibit, forbid

Examples

• Umubyeyi yabujije umwana kugenda wenyine.The parent forbade the child from going alone.
• Ntabwo abuza abana kureba amashusho.He doesn't stop the children from watching movies.
• Ese amategeko abuza gutwara imodoka udafite uruhushya?Does the law prohibit driving a car without a license?
• Nzabuza uwo mugabo kwinjira ino.I will prevent that man from entering here.