Swahili
dhamini
dha-MI-ni
How to say it
Swahilidhaminidha-MI-nisoon
Englishto guaranteesoon
Frenchgarantirsoon
Meaning
to guarantee, vouch for, or sponsor someone, standing as security for their conduct or debt.
Good to know
verb; applicative form dhaminia.
Examples
- Baba yangu alinidhamini kupata kazi.My father vouched for me to get the job.
- Nani atanidhamini kwa mkopo huu?Who will guarantee me for this loan?
- Hakuna aliyemdhamini kutoka jela.No one stood bail for him to get out of jail.
- Kampuni itamdhaminia visa yake.The company will sponsor his visa.
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