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kuleta

koo-LEH-tah

How to say it

Swahilikuletakoo-LEH-tah
Englishto bring
Frenchapporter

Meaning

To carry or take something or someone to where the speaker is or to a certain place; also to cause or bring about a result.

Good to know

The person who receives is marked with the ending ea: niletee maji, bring me water. Kuleta matatizo is to cause problems; kuleta maendeleo to bring development.

Examples

  • Mhudumu alileta chakula haraka.The waiter brought the food quickly.
  • Mvua hii italeta mavuno mazuri.This rain will bring a good harvest.
  • Usisahau kuleta kitabu chako kesho.Do not forget to bring your book tomorrow.

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Forms

kuletwa (passive of kuleta, to bring), kuwaleta

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