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kigezo

kee-GEH-zoh

How to say it

Swahilikigezokee-GEH-zoh
Englishcriterion, requirement; standard, limit
Frenchcritère, condition ; norme, limite

Meaning

A rule or standard used to judge, choose or allow something, such as the conditions a candidate must meet.

Good to know

Plural vigezo, which is the more common form. Kukidhi vigezo is to meet the criteria, and vigezo na masharti are terms and conditions.

Examples

  • Mgombea huyu hakukidhi vigezo vya kazi.This candidate did not meet the job requirements.
  • Umri ni kigezo muhimu katika usajili.Age is an important criterion in registration.
  • Walitumia kigezo gani kuwachagua washindi?What criterion did they use to choose the winners?

Forms

kigesi

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