kujitunza
koo-jee-TOO-nzah
How to say it
Swahilikujitunzakoo-jee-TOO-nzahsoon
Frenchprendre soin de soisoon
Meaning
To look after one's own health, body, appearance and conduct. It is also used of keeping oneself respectable, especially of young women.
Good to know
Reflexive of kutunza, to look after: ji means oneself. Often paired with kujiheshimu, to respect oneself.
Examples
- Wazee wanashauriwa kujitunza kwa kula vizuri na kufanya mazoezi.Older people are advised to take care of themselves by eating well and exercising.
- Msichana huyo anajitunza na kujiheshimu sana.That girl takes good care of herself and has a lot of self respect.
- Ukiwa mgonjwa, jitunze na upumzike vya kutosha.When you are sick, look after yourself and get enough rest.
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