Swahili · Common Verbs

kujua

To know

Beginnerverb

Definition

To have information or skill in your mind.

Example

Sijui anakoishi.

I do not know where he lives.

Etymology

'Kujua' is derived from the Proto-Bantu root *-jua, meaning 'to know', highlighting the importance of knowledge in social contexts.

How & Where It’s Used

'Kujua' is used in both formal and informal contexts, often regarding discussions about information, awareness, or understanding.

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