kuendana
koo-eh-NDAH-nah
How to say it
Swahilikuendanakoo-eh-NDAH-nahsoon
Englishto match, go with; to keep pace withsoon
Meaning
To fit well with something or be in line with it; also to move at the same speed as someone or something.
Good to know
Used with na: kuendana na, to match or be in keeping with (kuendana na wakati, to keep up with the times). Kuendana na is also a formal way to say in line with.
Examples
- Viatu hivi vinaendana na gauni lako.These shoes go with your dress.
- Mishahara inapaswa kuendana na gharama za maisha.Salaries should keep pace with the cost of living.
- Tunapaswa kuendana na mabadiliko ya teknolojia.We must keep pace with changes in technology.
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