kusifia
koo-see-FEE-ah
How to say it
Swahilikusifiakoo-see-FEE-ah
Englishto praise, to speak well of; to show off
Frenchlouer, faire l’éloge de; se vanter de
Meaning
To say good things about someone or something, sometimes too much, as when praising a leader or showing off what one has.
Good to know
Close to kusifu, to praise; kusifia is common in speech: kusifia uzuri wa mji, to praise the beauty of the town. Kujisifia is to boast.
Examples
- Wageni walisifia chakula cha mama.The guests praised mother’s food.
- Anapenda kujisifia mali zake.He likes to boast about his wealth.
- Kocha aliwasifia wachezaji kwa bidii yao.The coach praised the players for their effort.
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