kuondokana
koo-oh-ndoh-KAH-nah
How to say it
Swahilikuondokanakoo-oh-ndoh-KAH-nahsoon
Meaning
To leave a problem or burden behind for good, such as poverty, a bad habit or a shortage.
Good to know
Always with na: kuondokana na umaskini, to overcome poverty; kuondokana na tatizo, to get rid of a problem. From kuondoka, to leave.
Examples
- Tunataka kuondokana na umaskini kupitia elimu.We want to overcome poverty through education.
- Aliondokana na tabia ya kuvuta sigara.He got rid of the habit of smoking.
- Kijiji kimeondokana na tatizo la maji.The village has overcome its water problem.
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