Swahili Basics

Introduction

Swahili, also known by its native name Kiswahili, is a Bantu language and the native language of the Swahili people. It is a native language of mostly Tanzania and Kenya.

Let's start with some simple words.

Pronouns

SwahiliTranslation
MimiI
WeweYou
YeyeHe/She
Ninyiyou
Sisiwe
WaoThey
SwahiliTranslations
KaribuWelcome
NyumbaniHome
TafadhaliPlease
SamahaniExcuse me
PoleSorry
AsanteThank you
HodiMay I come in
ShikamooMy respects to you
MarahabaI accept your respect

Referring to Days

SwahiliTranslation
AsubuhiMorning
MchanaAfternoon
JioniEvening
LeoToday
JanaYesterday
KeshoTomorrow