Swahili
mkataba
mka-TA-ba
How to say it
Swahilimkatabamka-TA-basoon
Englishagreement, contractsoon
Frenchaccord, contratsoon
Meaning
a formal agreement or contract, such as a legal, political, or business treaty.
Good to know
a common, everyday legal and business term.
Examples
- Kampuni mbili zilisaini mkataba wa biashara.The two companies signed a business contract.
- Je, mkataba huu utaisha lini?When does this contract expire?
- Serikali mbili zilitia saini mkataba wa amani.The two governments signed a peace treaty.
- Hakusoma vizuri masharti ya mkataba kabla ya kutia saini.He didn't read the contract's terms carefully before signing.
Not yet checked by a native speaker.