mamlaka

How to say it

Meaning

power, authority, or the government that holds it.

Good to know

Also used for jurisdiction, legal authority, or an official position.

Examples

• Serikali ina mamlaka ya kutunga sheria.The government has the authority to make laws.
• Je, hii ni mamlaka ya nani?Whose authority is this?
• Hawana mamlaka juu ya ardhi hii.They have no jurisdiction over this land.
• Alipewa mamlaka mapya kazini.He was given new authority at work.

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