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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