tuzo
TOO-zoh
How to say it
SwahilituzoTOO-zoh
Englishaward, prize
Frenchprix, récompense
Meaning
Something, such as a trophy, a medal or money, given to honor a person or a group for an achievement or for winning a competition.
Good to know
Plural also tuzo (tuzo hii, tuzo hizi). Kutunukiwa tuzo means to be given an award; zawadi is a gift or a prize in general.
Examples
- Mwanamuziki huyo alishinda tuzo ya msanii bora.That musician won the award for best artist.
- Wanafunzi bora walipewa tuzo shuleni.The best students were given awards at school.
- Tuzo hizi hutolewa kila mwaka jijini Nairobi.These awards are presented every year in Nairobi.
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