Swahili
tukufu
tu-KU-fu
How to say it
Swahilitukufutu-KU-fusoon
Englishgreat, glorioussoon
Frenchglorieux, majestueuxsoon
Meaning
great, glorious, majestic, or widely honored and recognized.
Good to know
often used in religious or formal contexts, e.g. referring to God or a revered leader.
Examples
- Mwenyezi Mungu Mtukufu anajua yote.The Glorious Almighty God knows everything.
- Alikuwa kiongozi tukufu wa taifa.He was a great leader of the nation.
- Siku hiyo ilikuwa tukufu kwa wote.That day was a glorious one for everyone.
- Je, jina lake ni tukufu kiasi hicho?Is his name really that renowned?
Not yet checked by a native speaker.