umutekano
oo-moo-teh-KAH-noh
How to say it
Kinyarwandaumutekanooo-moo-teh-KAH-noh
Englishsecurity, safetysih-KYOOR-uh-tee, SAYF-tee
Frenchsécuritésay-kew-ree-TAY
Meaning
The state of being safe from danger, crime or war, for a person, a place or a country.
Good to know
No plural in this sense. Abashinzwe umutekano are security officers, and umutekano muke means insecurity. It is often paired with amahoro, peace.
Examples
- Polisi ishinzwe umutekano w'abaturage.The police are responsible for the people's safety.
- Hari umutekano muke muri ako gace.There is insecurity in that area.
- Wambare umukandara w'umutekano mu modoka.Wear your seat belt in the car.
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