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Kinyarwanda

kwiyizi

Word parts: kw-iyizi

kwee-YEE-zee

How to say it

Kinyarwandakwiyizikwee-YEE-zeesoon
Englishto know oneselfsoon
Frenchse connaîtresoon

Meaning

to be aware of one's own character, abilities, and identity, to know oneself.

Good to know

This term is often used in discussions about personal growth and understanding.

Examples

  • Kwiyizi ni intangiriro y'ubuzima bwiza.Self-awareness is the beginning of a good life.
  • Ugomba kwiyizi mbere yo gufasha abandi.You must know yourself before helping others.
  • Umuntu wiyizi ntiyibeshya.A person who knows himself does not deceive himself.
  • Ese wiyizi neza?Do you know yourself well?

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