kitu

How to say it

Meaning

an object or item, something that exists and can be referred to but is not specifically named.

Good to know

Very common, general noun.

Examples

• Kuna kitu kimeanguka chini ya meza.Something has fallen under the table.
• Sina kitu chochote mfukoni mwangu.I have nothing at all in my pocket.
• Je, unataka kitu chochote sokoni?Do you want anything from the market?
• Alinunua kitu kizuri kwa mama yake.He bought a nice thing for his mother.

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