idhini

How to say it

Meaning

The formal agreement of a person or an authority that allows something to be done.

Good to know

N class noun with no plural. Kwa idhini ya means with the approval of; kupata idhini is to get permission and bila idhini without it. The verb is kuidhinisha, to approve.

Examples

• Huwezi kujenga hapa bila idhini ya halmashauri.You cannot build here without the council's permission.
• Bunge lilitoa idhini ya bajeti mpya.Parliament gave its approval to the new budget.
• Picha hii imetumika kwa idhini ya mwenyewe.This picture has been used with the owner's consent.

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