Swahili
watakaji
wa-ta-KAH-jee
How to say it
Swahiliwatakajiwa-ta-KAH-jeesoon
Englishapplicantssoon
Frenchdemandeurssoon
Meaning
People who want, request, or apply for something, such as a job or a loan.
Good to know
plural of mtakaji (m-/wa- class); used for applicants or petitioners in formal contexts.
Examples
- Watakaji wa mkopo wamejaza fomu zote.The loan applicants have filled in all the forms.
- Watakaji hawakuridhika na jibu la benki.The applicants were not satisfied with the bank's answer.
- Je, watakaji wataitwa kwa usaili lini?When will the applicants be called for an interview?
- Watakaji watapokea majibu wiki ijayo.The applicants will receive answers next week.
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