Swahili

Kiingereza is the Swahili word for the English language. Kiingereza is used to refer to the English language.

The Swahili phrase for “yes and no” is ndiyo na hapana.

The Swahili word for grandfather is babu. babu refers to a grandfather from either the maternal or paternal side.

The English word “blessed” can be expressed in Swahili. The default form is aliyebarikiwa.

The Swahili word for wife is mke. mke is used to refer to a female partner in a marriage.

The Swahili word for grandma is bibi. bibi is used to refer to a grandmother.

The English phrase “tailor” is translated into Swahili as fundi cherehani. A tailor is a person who makes, repairs or alters clothing as a profession.

In Swahili, the English phrase “dutch” (referring to the language) is translated as Kiholanzi. Kiholanzi is the name of the Dutch language.

The Swahili word for conversant is mjuzi. mjuzi is used to describe someone who is familiar with a topic or possesses a particular skill.

The English phrase “please” is translated into Swahili as tafadhali. tafadhali is used as an interjection or adverb to make a polite request.