kumviriza

How to say it

Meaning

to listen carefully to something, often secretly or attentively, as in eavesdropping.

Good to know

implies close or covert listening, stronger than the general kumva (to hear).

Examples

• Umwana aramviriza ibiganiro by'ababyeyi be.The child listens in on his parents' conversation.
• Ese umviriza radiyo buri joro?Do you listen closely to the radio every night?
• Ntabwo yamviriza ibiganiro by'abandi.He does not eavesdrop on other people's conversations.
• Nzamviriza inkuru ejo nimugoroba.I will listen closely to the story tomorrow evening.