ikaimu

How to say it

Meaning

a person acting on behalf of another in an official role, such as a deputy or representative.

Good to know

often used in the phrase kaimu (acting), as in kaimu mkurugenzi (acting director).

Examples

• Ikaimu wa mkurugenzi alitia saini mkataba.The acting director's representative signed the contract.
• Je, ikaimu atahudhuria mkutano badala ya mkuu?Will the representative attend the meeting in place of the head?
• Hakuwa ikaimu wa aina yoyote ofisini.He was not any kind of representative at the office.
• Watamteua ikaimu mpya wiki ijayo.They will appoint a new representative next week.