kudumu
koo-DOO-moo
How to say it
Swahilikudumukoo-DOO-moosoon
Englishto last, to endure; permanentsoon
Frenchdurer ; permanentsoon
Meaning
To go on existing for a long time without ending or breaking; after -a it means permanent or lasting.
Good to know
Katibu wa kudumu is a permanent secretary and kazi ya kudumu a permanent job. As a wish, idumu means long live: Idumu Jamhuri!.
Examples
- Viatu hivi vimedumu kwa miaka mitatu.These shoes have lasted for three years.
- Alipata kazi ya kudumu serikalini.He got a permanent job with the government.
- Tunataka amani idumu nchini kwetu.We want peace to last in our country.
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