madeni

How to say it

Meaning

Sums of money or obligations owed by a person to others.

Good to know

plural of deni (li-/ma- class); very common, especially in matters of money.

Examples

• Madeni yake yamemzuia kununua nyumba.His debts have stopped him from buying a house.
• Je, umelipa madeni yote mwezi huu?Have you paid all your debts this month?
• Sina madeni ya kulipa sasa hivi.I have no debts to pay right now.
• Kampuni itapunguza madeni yake mwakani.The company will reduce its debts next year.

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