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kusikiliza

koo-see-kee-LEE-zah

How to say it

Swahilikusikilizakoo-see-kee-LEE-zahsoon
Englishto listen (to)soon
Frenchécouter

Meaning

To pay attention in order to hear something, such as music, a speaker or advice; in law, to hear a case.

Good to know

Kusikiliza redio, to listen to the radio; kusikiliza kesi, to hear a case in court. Msikilizaji is a listener.

Examples

  • Ninapenda kusikiliza muziki wa injili.I love listening to gospel music.
  • Wanafunzi walimsikiliza mwalimu kwa makini.The students listened carefully to the teacher.
  • Mahakama itasikiliza kesi hiyo wiki ijayo.The court will hear that case next week.

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Forms

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