kujikinga

How to say it

Meaning

To keep oneself safe from a danger such as disease, cold, rain or sun, by taking care or using something as a shield.

Good to know

The reflexive of kukinga, to protect. The danger follows na or dhidi ya: kujikinga na corona, to protect oneself from corona; kujikinga mvua, to shelter from the rain.

Examples

• Nawa mikono mara kwa mara ili kujikinga na magonjwa.Wash your hands often to protect yourself from disease.
• Tulijikinga mvua chini ya mti mkubwa.We sheltered from the rain under a big tree.
• Vaa kofia kujikinga dhidi ya jua kali.Wear a hat to protect yourself from the strong sun.

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