tahadhari

How to say it

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or harm, or a warning that tells people to be careful.

Good to know

N class noun, the same in plural. Kuchukua tahadhari is to take precautions and kutoa tahadhari to issue a warning, as with storms or disease.

Examples

• Madereva wanashauriwa kuchukua tahadhari barabarani wakati wa mvua.Drivers are advised to take care on the roads when it rains.
• Idara ya hali ya hewa imetoa tahadhari ya upepo mkali.The weather department has issued a warning of strong winds.
• Fungua mlango kwa tahadhari, kuna mbwa ndani.Open the door with caution, there is a dog inside.