umuhimu
oo-moo-HEE-moo
How to say it
Swahiliumuhimuoo-moo-HEE-moo
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Meaning
The quality of mattering a lot, of being valuable or necessary.
Good to know
Used in the singular: umuhimu wa elimu, the importance of education. Kuwa na umuhimu means to matter, and muhimu is the adjective, important.
Examples
- Wazazi wanaelewa umuhimu wa elimu kwa watoto.Parents understand the importance of education for children.
- Daktari alieleza umuhimu wa kunywa maji ya kutosha.The doctor explained the importance of drinking enough water.
- Jambo hili lina umuhimu mkubwa kwetu.This matter is of great importance to us.
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