rumande

How to say it

Meaning

The time an accused person is held in prison or a police cell while waiting for trial or bail, and the place where such people are held.

Good to know

N class noun with no plural. Kurudishwa rumande is to be sent back to remand; kukaa rumande is to be held in custody awaiting trial.

Examples

• Mshtakiwa amerudishwa rumande hadi kesi itakaposikilizwa tena.The accused has been sent back to remand until the case is heard again.
• Alikaa rumande miezi mitatu kabla ya kupata dhamana.He was held in custody for three months before getting bail.
• Watuhumiwa wote wako rumande kwa sasa.All the suspects are in remand for now.

Forms

rimende, rumenda