uhifadhi

How to say it

Meaning

The protection of nature, wildlife or buildings from damage, and also the safe keeping of goods, food or records for later use.

Good to know

U class noun from kuhifadhi, to keep or protect; what is kept follows wa: uhifadhi wa mazingira, environmental conservation. Eneo la hifadhi is a conservation area.

Examples

• Jamii inashiriki katika uhifadhi wa misitu ya asili.The community takes part in conserving natural forests.
• Wakulima wanahitaji maghala kwa uhifadhi wa nafaka.Farmers need warehouses for storing grain.
• Uhifadhi wa wanyamapori unaleta watalii wengi nchini.Wildlife conservation brings many tourists to the country.