kukiri

How to say it

Meaning

To say openly that something is true, especially a fault, a crime or a fact you would rather not accept.

Good to know

Kukiri kosa is to admit a fault and kukiri kosa mahakamani is to plead guilty; often followed by kwamba or kuwa, that. The noun is ukiri, a confession.

Examples

• Mshtakiwa aliamua kukiri kosa lake mahakamani.The accused decided to admit his offense in court.
• Ni vigumu kukiri kwamba umeshindwa.It is hard to admit that you have failed.
• Kocha hakusita kukiri kuwa timu ilicheza vibaya.The coach did not hesitate to acknowledge that the team played badly.

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