Swahili
watajaji
wa-ta-JAH-jee
How to say it
Swahiliwatajajiwa-ta-JAH-jeesoon
Englishcandidatessoon
Frenchcandidatssoon
Meaning
People running for public office in an election.
Good to know
plural of mtajaji (m-/wa- class); used specifically for election candidates.
Examples
- Watajaji watano wamejitokeza kwa uchaguzi huu.Five candidates have come forward for this election.
- Watajaji hawajakubaliana kuhusu tarehe ya mdahalo.The candidates have not agreed on a date for the debate.
- Je, watajaji wote watapata nafasi ya kuzungumza?Will all the candidates get a chance to speak?
- Watajaji watawasilisha karatasi zao kesho.The candidates will submit their papers tomorrow.
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