kujulikana
koo-joo-lee-KAH-nah
How to say it
Swahilikujulikanakoo-joo-lee-KAH-nahsoon
Englishto be known, to become knownsoon
Frenchêtre connu, se faire connaîtresoon
Meaning
To be known by people, or for a fact or a name to become known.
Good to know
It comes from kujua, to know. Kujulikana kama means to be known as, and haijulikani means it is not known.
Examples
- Mwimbaji huyu anajulikana kote nchini.This singer is known all over the country.
- Chanzo cha moto bado hakijajulikana.The cause of the fire is not yet known.
- Alitaka kujulikana kama mwandishi.He wanted to be known as a writer.
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