kutubu
koo-TOO-boo
How to say it
Swahilikutubukoo-TOO-boosoon
Englishto repent
Frenchse repentirsoon
Meaning
To feel sorry for one’s sins or wrongs and turn away from them, especially before God. It is a religious word used by both Christians and Muslims.
Good to know
Used alone, with kwa Mungu, or with the sin as object: kutubu dhambi, to repent of sins. The noun is toba, repentance: kufanya toba.
Examples
- Mhubiri aliwahimiza watu kutubu dhambi zao.The preacher urged people to repent of their sins.
- Alitubu kwa Mungu na kuanza maisha mapya.He repented before God and began a new life.
- Bado kuna nafasi ya kutubu.There is still a chance to repent.
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