ruhusa

How to say it

Meaning

Being allowed to do something by someone with authority, such as a parent, an employer or a club; also time off work that one has been allowed.

Good to know

N class noun. Kuomba ruhusa is to ask permission and kupewa ruhusa to be given it; bila ruhusa means without permission. Kuruhusu is to allow.

Examples

• Mwanafunzi aliomba ruhusa ya kutoka darasani.The student asked permission to leave the classroom.
• Usiingie humu bila ruhusa.Do not come in here without permission.
• Nimepata ruhusa ya siku tatu kazini.I have got three days off work.

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rukhsa