Swahili
katao
ka-TA-o
How to say it
Swahilikataoka-TA-osoon
Englishrefusalsoon
Frenchrefussoon
Meaning
a refusal, rejection, or denial.
Good to know
rare refusal, rejection, denial
Examples
- Alipokea katao kwa maombi yake ya kazi.He received a rejection of his job application.
- Katao lake lilimshangaza kila mtu.His refusal surprised everyone.
- Je, katao hilo lina sababu gani?What is the reason for that refusal?
- Baada ya katao, aliomba tena kwa njia nyingine.After the refusal, he applied again in a different way.
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