sifu

How to say it

Meaning

to praise someone or speak well of them, sometimes insincerely.

Good to know

also covers flattering someone dishonestly; compare the related noun sifa, praise.

Examples

• Walimu wanamsifu mwanafunzi huyo kwa bidii yake.The teachers praise that student for his diligence.
• Usinisifu bure, sijafanya lolote.Do not praise me for nothing, I have not done anything.
• Alimsifu sana ili apate kibali chake.He flattered him a lot to win his favor.
• Watamsifu kesho kwenye mkutano.They will praise him tomorrow at the meeting.

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