udhamini

How to say it

Meaning

Money or support that a company gives to a team, event or program in return for publicity; also the care of a fund or property by trustees.

Good to know

U class noun with no plural, from kudhamini, to sponsor or guarantee. Mdhamini is a sponsor, guarantor or trustee; mfuko wa udhamini is a trust fund.

Examples

• Kampuni ya simu imetangaza udhamini wa ligi kuu.The phone company has announced its sponsorship of the premier league.
• Timu imepoteza udhamini wake mwaka huu.The team has lost its sponsorship this year.
• Bodi ya udhamini inasimamia mali za shule.The board of trustees manages the school's property.