kuadhimisha
koo-ah-dhee-MEE-shah
How to say it
Swahilikuadhimishakoo-ah-dhee-MEE-shah
Englishto celebrate, to commemorate, to mark
Frenchcélébrer, commémorer
Meaning
To mark a special day or event with a ceremony, such as a national holiday, an anniversary or a remembrance.
Good to know
Takes its object directly: kuadhimisha siku ya uhuru, to celebrate independence day. The passive is kuadhimishwa, and maadhimisho are celebrations.
Examples
- Tutaadhimisha miaka hamsini ya shule yetu.We will celebrate our school's fiftieth anniversary.
- Watanzania wanaadhimisha siku ya Muungano leo.Tanzanians are celebrating Union Day today.
- Kanisa liliadhimisha Pasaka kwa ibada maalum.The church marked Easter with a special service.
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