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ukuaji

oo-koo-AH-jee

How to say it

Swahiliukuajioo-koo-AH-jee
Englishgrowth, development
Frenchcroissance, développement

Meaning

The process of becoming bigger or more developed, as a child, a plant, a business or an economy does.

Good to know

A noun of the u- class, from kukua, to grow. Ukuaji wa uchumi is economic growth, and ukuaji wa mtoto is child development.

Examples

  • Ukuaji wa uchumi umefikia asilimia sita.Economic growth has reached six percent.
  • Lishe bora ni muhimu kwa ukuaji wa mtoto.Good nutrition is important for a child’s growth.
  • Mvua zimesaidia ukuaji wa mahindi.The rains have helped the maize grow.

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