Swahili · Work & Business
mkutano
Meeting
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An occasion when people come together to discuss something.
Example
Mkutano unaanza saa nne.
The meeting starts at the fourth hour.
Etymology
'Mkutano' comes from a Bantu root meaning 'gathering' or 'meeting,' emphasizing the importance of communal decision-making in traditional societies.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mkutano' is used primarily in formal settings pertaining to business and organizational meetings, and is common in both spoken and written contexts.