harakati

How to say it

Meaning

Organized or determined activity to reach a goal, such as a political or social movement, a campaign or a team's bid for a title.

Good to know

Plural also harakati: harakati za ukombozi, the liberation struggle. Katika harakati za means in the course of trying to; an activist is mwanaharakati.

Examples

• Alishiriki katika harakati za kupigania uhuru.He took part in the struggle for independence.
• Timu inaendelea na harakati za kutafuta ubingwa.The team is keeping up its bid for the title.
• Harakati za kulinda mazingira zimeongezeka.Movements to protect the environment have grown.