Swahili · Common Verbs
kutoa
To give; to offer
Beginnerverb
Definition
To hand something to someone or offer it.
Example
Ninampa paka chakula kila asubuhi.
I give the cat food every morning.
Etymology
'Kutoa' is derived from the Bantu root *-toa, meaning 'to give' or 'to offer', signifying generosity and communal sharing in many cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kutoa' is utilized in both spoken and written forms, often in informal situations involving gifts and assistance, as well as in formal pledges or donations.