swahili [verb]

Tegemeza

Maana (Definition)

To provide physical, financial, or emotional backing to someone.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

prop up / sustain / support financially

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

shikilia

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Swahili Root

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Serikali ilitegemeza wakulima wadogo kwa kuwapa mbegu."

Translation: The government supported small farmers by giving them seeds.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

saidia Inua shikilia