risala

How to say it

Meaning

A short formal statement read aloud before a guest of honor on behalf of a group, such as graduates or workers, to report or state their position; also a formal message, as of condolence.

Good to know

N class noun, the plural is also risala: kusoma risala, to read an address; risala za rambirambi, messages of condolence. From Arabic.

Examples

• Mwanafunzi mmoja aliwasomea wageni risala ya wahitimu.One student read the graduates’ address to the guests.
• Katika risala yao, wafanyakazi waliomba nyongeza ya mshahara.In their statement, the workers asked for a pay rise.
• Rais alituma risala ya rambirambi kwa familia.The president sent a message of condolence to the family.

Forms

risaia