For "to leave" (depart, go away):
* Kufuma: This is the most common and general term for leaving a place.
* Kutoka: Similar to "kufuma," this can also mean "to go out" or "to come out."
* Kuenda: This means "to go" and can be used to express leaving a place.
* Kusafiri: This means "to travel" and can be used for leaving on a journey.
For "to leave behind" (abandon, forget):
* Kuleka: This means "to leave behind" or "to stop."
* Kusigwa: This means "to leave" something in a place, but can also mean "to forget."
For "to leave" (permission to be absent):
* Kuachilia: This is used for granting permission to leave a place or a job.
* Kusimamia: This means "to stay behind," so "kusimamishwa" would mean "to be left behind" or "to be allowed to leave."
For "leave" (vacation, time off):
* Kufumika: This means "to be away" from a place or work.
* Kupumzika: This means "to rest" and can be used to refer to a vacation or time off.
It's important to remember that Luhya is a diverse language, and there might be regional variations or more nuanced terms depending on the specific context. If you can provide more information about the intended meaning of "leave" in your situation, I can help you find a more accurate translation.