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
| Swahili | Translation |
|---|
| Mimi | I |
| Wewe | You |
| Yeye | He/She |
| Ninyi | you |
| Sisi | we |
| Wao | They |
| Swahili | Translations |
|---|
| Karibu | Welcome |
| Nyumbani | Home |
| Tafadhali | Please |
| Samahani | Excuse me |
| Pole | Sorry |
| Asante | Thank you |
| Hodi | May I come in |
| Shikamoo | My respects to you |
| Marahaba | I accept your respect |
Referring to Days
| Swahili | Translation |
|---|
| Asubuhi | Morning |
| Mchana | Afternoon |
| Jioni | Evening |
| Leo | Today |
| Jana | Yesterday |
| Kesho | Tomorrow |