Swahili
mfadhili
m-fa-DHI-li
How to say it
Swahilimfadhilim-fa-DHI-lisoon
Englishbenefactorsoon
Frenchbienfaiteursoon
Meaning
a person who gives generously to support others, a benefactor or donor.
Good to know
from -fadhili (to benefit, favor).
Examples
- Mfadhili alichangia shule ya kijijini.The benefactor contributed to the village school.
- Je, mnamtafuta mfadhili wa mradi huu?Are you looking for a donor for this project?
- Hakuwa mfadhili wa hafla hiyo.He wasn't the sponsor of that event.
- Mfadhili atatoa msaada mwezi ujao.The donor will give assistance next month.
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