Swahili
watazamaji
wa-ta-za-MAH-jee
How to say it
Swahiliwatazamajiwa-ta-za-MAH-jeesoon
Englishspectatorssoon
Frenchspectateurssoon
Meaning
People who watch an event, such as a sports match or performance, without taking part.
Good to know
plural of mtazamaji (m-/wa- class); a common word for audience members or onlookers at any event.
Examples
- Watazamaji walijaa uwanjani kabla ya mechi.Spectators filled the stadium before the match.
- Watazamaji hawakuridhika na uamuzi wa refa.The spectators were not happy with the referee's decision.
- Je, watazamaji wataruhusiwa kuingia bure?Will spectators be allowed in for free?
- Watazamaji watashangilia timu yao kesho.The spectators will cheer their team tomorrow.
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