utunzaji

How to say it

Meaning

Looking after something so that it stays in good condition, such as the environment, buildings, records or a sick person.

Good to know

U class noun with no plural, from kutunza, to look after. Utunzaji wa mazingira is environmental conservation and utunzaji wa kumbukumbu record keeping.

Examples

• Utunzaji wa mazingira ni jukumu la kila mtu.Caring for the environment is everyone's duty.
• Gari hili linahitaji utunzaji mzuri.This car needs good upkeep.
• Wafanyabiashara wafundishwe utunzaji wa kumbukumbu.Traders should be taught record keeping.