kizo

How to say it

Meaning

an obstacle or restriction that limits or prohibits something.

Good to know

obstacle, impediment; restriction, limitation, curb, prohibition

Examples

• Sheria hiyo iliweka kizo kwa uagizaji wa bidhaa.That law placed a restriction on the importing of goods.
• Hakuna kizo cha kumzuia kufanya alichotaka.There was no obstacle stopping him from doing what he wanted.
• Je, kuna kizo chochote cha kisheria hapa?Is there any legal restriction here?
• Serikali iliondoa kizo kilichozuia biashara.The government removed the restriction that had blocked trade.