Swahili
mtendaji
m-ten-DA-ji
How to say it
Swahilimtendajim-ten-DA-jisoon
Englishexecutivesoon
Frenchcadresoon
Meaning
an energetic, capable person who gets things done; in modern usage, an executive or administrative officer.
Good to know
common in titles such as 'Afisa Mtendaji' (executive officer) or 'Mkurugenzi Mtendaji' (managing director).
Examples
- Mtendaji Mkuu alitia sahihi mkataba.The Chief Executive signed the contract.
- Yeye ni mfanyakazi mtendaji sana.He is a very hard-working, capable worker.
- Je, mtendaji wa kijiji yupo ofisini?Is the village executive officer in the office?
- Hakuwa mtendaji, alisubiri maagizo tu.He wasn't a doer, he just waited for instructions.
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