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Usages of kama
Mhariri alimshauri mwandishi wa habari aamue kama ataandika makala ndefu au fupi.
The editor advised the journalist to decide whether he will write a long article or a short one.
Kabla hatujatoka nyumbani, mama huangalia kama friji limefungwa vizuri.
Before we leave the house, mother checks whether the fridge is properly closed.
Wewe mwenyewe utaamua kama utaenda sherehe au utakaa nyumbani.
You yourself will decide whether you will go to the party or stay at home.
Kabla ya kulala, tunaangalia kiwango cha maji kwenye tanki ili tujue kama kinatosha kwa kesho.
Before sleeping, we check the level of water in the tank so that we know whether it is enough for tomorrow.
Test yourself: What does kama mean?
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