Swahili · Common Verbs

kuuza

To sell

Beginnerverb

Definition

To give something in exchange for money.

Example

Wanauza matunda mabichi hapa.

They sell fresh fruit here.

Etymology

'Kuuza' originates from the Bantu root *-uza, which also means 'to sell', highlighting the economic activities prevalent among Bantu cultures.

How & Where It’s Used

'Kuuza' is often used in informal conversations about commerce and business but can also be found in formal texts discussing economic principles.

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