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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