makazi
mah-KAH-zee
How to say it
Swahilimakazimah-KAH-zeesoon
Englishhousing, settlement, homessoon
Frenchlogement, habitatsoon
Meaning
The places where people live, such as homes, a village or a settlement; also housing in general.
Good to know
A ma- plural with ma- agreement: makazi yao, their homes. Makazi ya kudumu is a permanent residence, and a resident is mkazi.
Examples
- Mafuriko yameharibu makazi ya watu wengi.The floods have destroyed many people's homes.
- Serikali inajenga makazi mapya kwa wakimbizi.The government is building new housing for refugees.
- Wizara ya Ardhi inashughulikia makazi mijini.The Ministry of Lands deals with housing in towns.
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