hukumu

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Meaning

The decision a court or judge gives at the end of a case, including the punishment given to someone found guilty.

Good to know

N class noun, the same in plural. Kutoa hukumu or kusoma hukumu is to deliver judgment; the verb is kuhukumu, to judge or sentence, and kuhukumiwa is to be sentenced.

Examples

• Hakimu atasoma hukumu wiki ijayo.The magistrate will read the judgment next week.
• Familia ya marehemu iliridhika na hukumu hiyo.The family of the deceased was satisfied with that verdict.
• Alikata rufaa dhidi ya hukumu ya kifungo cha miaka kumi.He appealed against the sentence of ten years in prison.