mpokezi

How to say it

Meaning

a person who receives or takes over something or someone, such as a receptionist or a relay runner taking a baton handoff.

Good to know

Agent noun from -pokea (to receive, to take over); used for receptionists as well as relay-race runners who take the baton.

Examples

• Mpokezi alimkaribisha mgeni ofisini.The receptionist welcomed the guest into the office.
• Je, mpokezi yuko dawati la mbele?Is the receptionist at the front desk?
• Hakuwa mpokezi mzuri wa kijiti mbio za relay.He was not a good baton receiver in the relay race.
• Mpokezi atapokea wageni kesho asubuhi.The receptionist will receive guests tomorrow morning.