kutukuka
koo-too-KOO-kah
How to say it
Swahilikutukukakoo-too-KOO-kah
Meaning
To be raised high in honor or glory, as God or the Cross is praised. Ya kutukuka describes something glorious or outstanding, such as a distinguished award or a proud history.
Good to know
Intransitive; mostly heard in religious language and in ya kutukuka: tuzo ya kutukuka, a distinguished award; historia ya kutukuka, a glorious history. Utukufu means glory.
Examples
- Jina la Mungu litukuke milele.May the name of God be exalted forever.
- Alipewa tuzo ya kutukuka kwa huduma yake.He was given a distinguished award for his service.
- Chuo hiki kina historia ya kutukuka.This college has a glorious history.
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