kibali
kee-BAH-lee
How to say it
Swahilikibalikee-BAH-leesoon
Englishpermit, permission, licensesoon
Frenchpermis, autorisationsoon
Meaning
An official paper or decision that allows someone to do something, such as to work, to build, to travel or to hold a meeting.
Good to know
Plural vibali. Kibali cha kazi is a work permit, kibali cha ujenzi a building permit, and kupata kibali is to get permission.
Examples
- Alipata kibali cha kufanya kazi Uganda.He got a permit to work in Uganda.
- Huwezi kujenga hapa bila kibali.You cannot build here without a permit.
- Wafanyabiashara wote wanapaswa kuwa na vibali.All traders must have permits.
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