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uzalendo

oo-zah-LEH-ndoh

How to say it

Swahiliuzalendooo-zah-LEH-ndoh
Englishpatriotism, love of one's country
Frenchpatriotisme, amour de la patrie

Meaning

Love for and loyalty to one's country, shown by working for its good and putting it before oneself.

Good to know

U class noun with no plural, from mzalendo, a patriot. Kuonyesha uzalendo is to show patriotism; used much in speeches and news.

Examples

  • Kulipa kodi ni sehemu ya uzalendo.Paying taxes is part of patriotism.
  • Shule zinafundisha uzalendo kwa vijana.Schools teach patriotism to young people.
  • Mashabiki walionyesha uzalendo kwa kuishangilia timu yao.The fans showed their patriotism by cheering their team.

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