niaba

How to say it

Meaning

Used in the phrase kwa niaba ya to show that someone acts or speaks for another person or a group.

Good to know

Almost always in kwa niaba ya, on behalf of, or with a possessive: kwa niaba yangu, on my behalf; kwa niaba yake, on his behalf.

Examples

• Alipokea tuzo kwa niaba ya timu nzima.She received the award on behalf of the whole team.
• Naomba uzungumze kwa niaba yangu kesho.Please speak on my behalf tomorrow.
• Mkuu wa shule alitoa shukrani kwa niaba ya walimu.The head teacher gave thanks on behalf of the teachers.