kuridhia
koo-ree-DHEE-ah
How to say it
Swahilikuridhiakoo-ree-DHEE-ah
Englishto approve, to consent to; to ratify
Frenchapprouver, consentir à; ratifier
Meaning
To agree formally to something, such as a parliament ratifying a treaty or a person accepting terms or a decision.
Good to know
Takes a direct object: kuridhia mkataba, to ratify an agreement. Ridhaa is consent: kwa ridhaa yake, with his consent.
Examples
- Bunge limeridhia mkataba wa biashara.Parliament has ratified the trade agreement.
- Wazazi wameridhia ndoa ya binti yao.The parents have consented to their daughter's marriage.
- Hatuwezi kuridhia uamuzi huo bila majadiliano.We cannot approve that decision without discussion.
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