kujiridhisha
koo-jee-ree-DHEE-shah
How to say it
Swahilikujiridhishakoo-jee-ree-DHEE-shah
Englishto satisfy oneself, to make sure
Frenchs'assurer, se convaincre
Meaning
To check something for oneself until one is sure it is true or right, as an official does before deciding.
Good to know
The reflexive of kuridhisha, to satisfy. Usually followed by kuwa or kama: kujiridhisha kuwa ni kweli, to make sure it is true.
Examples
- Daktari alijiridhisha kuwa mgonjwa amepona.The doctor satisfied himself that the patient had recovered.
- Soma mkataba ujiridhishe kabla ya kusaini.Read the contract and make sure before you sign.
- Tume inataka kujiridhisha na orodha ya wapiga kura.The commission wants to satisfy itself about the voters' list.
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