mafanikio
mah-fah-nee-KEE-oh
How to say it
Swahilimafanikiomah-fah-nee-KEE-oh
Englishsuccess, achievement
Frenchsuccès, réussite
Meaning
The good results that come from effort, such as reaching a goal, winning, or doing well in school, work or business.
Good to know
A plural noun with ma- agreement: mafanikio makubwa, great success. Kwa mafanikio means successfully, and the verb is kufanikiwa, to succeed.
Examples
- Tunakutakia mafanikio katika mtihani wako.We wish you success in your exam.
- Mafanikio ya timu yalitokana na bidii ya wachezaji.The team's success came from the players' hard work.
- Mradi huo ulimalizika kwa mafanikio.The project ended successfully.
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