msaidizi
msah-ee-DEE-zee
How to say it
Swahilimsaidizimsah-ee-DEE-zee
Englishassistant, helper; deputy
Frenchassistant, aide, adjoint
Meaning
A person who helps another in their work, or who holds a post under a chief, such as an assistant coach or an assistant referee.
Good to know
Plural wasaidizi. After a title it means assistant or deputy: kocha msaidizi, assistant coach; mwamuzi msaidizi, assistant referee. From kusaidia, to help.
Examples
- Daktari na msaidizi wake walifika mapema.The doctor and his assistant arrived early.
- Anafanya kazi kama msaidizi wa mkurugenzi.She works as the director's assistant.
- Kocha msaidizi ataongoza timu leo.The assistant coach will lead the team today.
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