kushiriki
koo-shee-REE-kee
How to say it
Swahilikushirikikoo-shee-REE-kee
Englishto take part, to participate; to share
Frenchparticiper, prendre part; partager
Meaning
To join in an activity, event or competition with others; also to have a share in something.
Good to know
It is followed by katika or kwenye for what one joins: kushiriki katika mkutano, to take part in a meeting. Mshiriki is a participant and ushirikiano cooperation.
Examples
- Wanafunzi wote walishiriki katika mbio hizo.All the students took part in the race.
- Nchi kumi zitashiriki mashindano haya.Ten countries will take part in this competition.
- Tunawaomba wananchi kushiriki kwenye usafi.We ask the citizens to join in the clean up.
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