kuakisi
koo-ah-KEE-see
How to say it
Swahilikuakisikoo-ah-KEE-seesoon
Englishto reflect, to mirrorsoon
Frenchreflétersoon
Meaning
To show or express something truly, as a mirror returns an image; used of budgets, results or behavior that reflect a plan, a value or a situation.
Good to know
It takes an object: kuakisi hali halisi, to reflect the real situation. The word is formal and common in speeches and writing; kioo kinaakisi mwanga means a mirror reflects light.
Examples
- Bajeti hii inaakisi vipaumbele vya serikali.This budget reflects the government’s priorities.
- Matokeo haya yanaakisi juhudi za walimu.These results reflect the teachers’ efforts.
- Maji ya ziwa yaliakisi mwanga wa mwezi.The water of the lake reflected the moonlight.
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