maarufu

How to say it

Meaning

well-known, famous, or highly regarded.

Good to know

In colloquial use can also mean enthusiastic or dedicated, e.g. msikilizaji maarufu wa redio, a devoted radio listener.

Examples

• Yeye ni mwimbaji maarufu nchini.He is a famous singer in the country.
• Kitabu hiki ni maarufu sana.This book is very well-known.
• Je, mgahawa huu ni maarufu kwa nini?What is this restaurant famous for?
• Hawakuwa maarufu kama walivyofikiri.They were not as famous as they thought.