dhima
DHEE-mah
How to say it
SwahilidhimaDHEE-mahsoon
Englishrole, responsibility; dutysoon
Frenchrôle, responsabilitésoon
Meaning
The part a person or a body is expected to play, or the responsibility that comes with a task.
Good to know
N class noun, the same in the plural. A formal word: dhima ya vyombo vya habari, the role of the media; kubeba dhima, to bear responsibility.
Examples
- Wazazi wana dhima kubwa katika malezi ya watoto.Parents have a big role in raising children.
- Dhima ya polisi ni kulinda raia na mali zao.The duty of the police is to protect citizens and their property.
- Kila kiongozi anapaswa kutambua dhima yake.Every leader should recognize his responsibility.
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