makao
mah-KAH-oh
How to say it
Swahilimakaomah-KAH-oh
Frenchrésidence, demeure ; siège
Meaning
The place where a person lives or settles, or where an organization has its base; makao makuu is a head office or capital.
Good to know
A plural noun of the ma class (makao haya). Makao makuu is headquarters or a capital city, and kuweka makao is to settle.
Examples
- Makao makuu ya kampuni yako Dodoma.The company’s headquarters are in Dodoma.
- Familia hiyo ilihamia makao mapya mwaka jana.That family moved to a new home last year.
- Wakimbizi wengi bado hawana makao ya kudumu.Many refugees still have no permanent home.
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