Jifunze Kiswahili

We discuss the word which start with letter I in Swahili language and the word is iba and idara ,we look.for it’s meaning ,it’s original and how to use

In Swahili, the word iba typically means “to steal” or “to rob.” It is a verb used to describe the act of taking something unlawfully or without permission.For example:”Aliiba simu yangu.” – “He/she stole my phone.””Usiibe!” – “Don’t steal!”The word iba can also be used in different contexts depending on the sentence, but the core meaning remains related to stealing or theft.

The Swahili word “idara” translates to “department” or “division” in English. It refers to a specific section or branch within an organization, institution, or even within a broader system. It is often used to describe areas of responsibility or specialized tasks.For example:1. Idara ya afya – Health department2. Idara ya elimu – Education department3. Idara ya utawala – Administrative department

Original Meaning: The word “idara” can be traced back to the Arabic word “idārah”, which means management, administration, or organization. Over time, it was adopted into Swahili with a focus on divisions or departments within institutions.

Usage: To use it in a sentence, you can say:Ninataka kufika katika idara ya uhusiano – “I want to go to the public relations department.”Idara hii inahusika na maendeleo ya jamii – “This department deals with community development.”In summary, idara in Swahili is a term used to describe a division or department, typically within larger organizations, and is used much like its English counterpart “department.”

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