utayari
oo-tah-YAH-ree
How to say it
Swahiliutayarioo-tah-YAH-ree
Englishreadiness, preparedness; willingness
Meaning
The state of being prepared and willing to do something, such as to take part, to help or to face a challenge.
Good to know
U class noun from tayari, ready. Kuonyesha utayari, to show willingness; utayari wa kukabili majanga, disaster preparedness.
Examples
- Kampuni imeonyesha utayari wa kuwekeza nchini.The company has shown willingness to invest in the country.
- Jeshi liko katika hali ya utayari.The army is in a state of readiness.
- Utayari wa wanafunzi kujifunza unafurahisha.The students’ readiness to learn is pleasing.
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