Meaning of the word swahili in English
What does swahili mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
swahili
US /swɑːˈhiː.li/
UK /swəˈhiː.li/
Noun
a Bantu language widely used as a lingua franca in East Africa and having official status in Tanzania and Kenya.
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Many people in East Africa speak Swahili.
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She is learning Swahili to communicate with locals.
Adjective
of or relating to the Swahili language or people.
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The museum has a collection of Swahili artifacts.
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We enjoyed the traditional Swahili music.