kulingana na

How to say it

Meaning

Introduces the source or the standard on which something is based, or says that one thing varies in step with another.

Good to know

A fixed phrase followed by a noun or a verb with -vyo-: kulingana na ripoti, according to the report; kulingana na uwezo wako, in line with your means. Kwa mujibu wa is a more formal way to cite a source.

Examples

• Kulingana na utabiri, mvua itanyesha kesho.According to the forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
• Utalipwa kulingana na saa ulizofanya kazi.You will be paid according to the hours you worked.
• Kila mtu atapewa chakula kulingana na mahitaji yake.Everyone will be given food according to their needs.

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