kufahamika
koo-fah-hah-MEE-kah
How to say it
Swahilikufahamikakoo-fah-hah-MEE-kah
Englishto be known, become known
Frenchêtre connu, être compris
Meaning
To be known or recognized by people, or to become clear and understood.
Good to know
The stative of kufahamu, to know or understand. Kufahamika kama is to be known as, and haijafahamika means it is not yet known; kujulikana is used in the same way.
Examples
- Mji huu ulianza kufahamika kwa samaki wake.This town began to be known for its fish.
- Chanzo cha moto bado hakijaweza kufahamika.The cause of the fire has not yet been established.
- Msanii huyo alianza kufahamika mwaka jana.That artist started to become known last year.
Not yet checked by a native speaker.