lukuki
loo-KOO-kee
How to say it
Swahililukukiloo-KOO-kee
Englishmany, countless
Frenchnombreux, innombrables
Meaning
Describes a very large number of things or people; an informal word common in the press.
Good to know
It does not change with the noun and follows it: changamoto lukuki, mashabiki lukuki. Wengi and mingi are the neutral words for many.
Examples
- Msanii huyu ana mashabiki lukuki mtandaoni.This artist has countless fans online.
- Tulikutana na vikwazo lukuki njiani.We met many obstacles along the way.
- Kuna nafasi lukuki za kazi mjini.There are lots of jobs in town.
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