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mwigizaji

mwee-gee-ZAH-jee

How to say it

Swahilimwigizajimwee-gee-ZAH-jeesoon
Englishactor, actresssoon
Frenchacteur, actricesoon

Meaning

A person who plays a part in a film, a play or a television show.

Good to know

Plural waigizaji; used for both men and women (mwigizaji wa kike, an actress). From kuigiza, to act, to imitate.

Examples

  • Mwigizaji huyo anajulikana kwa filamu za vichekesho.That actor is known for comedy films.
  • Waigizaji wote walifika mapema kwa mazoezi.All the actors arrived early for rehearsal.
  • Anataka kuwa mwigizaji maarufu siku moja.She wants to be a famous actress one day.

Forms

muigizaji

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