المعنى
Handing an object to someone.
خلفية ثقافية
In Tanzania, politeness (Ushikwaji) is highly valued. Even a simple 'Chukua hii' is often accompanied by a slight bow or a touch of the right hand to the chest. In urban Kenya, 'Chukua hii' is fast and direct. In Sheng (slang), it might be shortened or replaced with 'Shika'. Zanzibari culture is more formal. You are more likely to hear 'Tafadhali chukua' or 'Karibu' even in casual settings. The use of the left hand is a major taboo. If you must use it, you must apologize immediately.
The Right Hand
Never, ever use your left hand. It's the most important rule in Swahili giving.
Add 'Tafadhali'
Adding 'Tafadhali' (Please) at the end makes you sound like a much more fluent and respectful speaker.
المعنى
Handing an object to someone.
The Right Hand
Never, ever use your left hand. It's the most important rule in Swahili giving.
Add 'Tafadhali'
Adding 'Tafadhali' (Please) at the end makes you sound like a much more fluent and respectful speaker.
Not for Elders
Avoid using this bare phrase with people older than you; use 'Pokea' instead.
Eye Contact
A small smile and brief eye contact make the exchange much more natural.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the missing word to tell a friend to take a phone.
Rafiki, ______ hii simu.
'Chukua' means take, 'Leta' means bring, and 'Kula' means eat.
Match the phrase to the correct person.
Which phrase is best for your grandmother?
'Pokea' is the respectful way to offer something to an elder.
Which hand should you use when saying 'Chukua hii'?
Mkono wa...
Cultural etiquette requires the right hand for giving and receiving.
Complete the dialogue at the market.
Muuzaji: Chukua hii chenji yako. Wewe: ________.
When someone gives you something, the natural response is 'Thank you'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Politeness Scale
Common Items to 'Chukua'
Food
- • Matunda
- • Chakula
- • Maji
Tools
- • Kalamu
- • Simu
- • Funguo
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينRafiki, ______ hii simu.
'Chukua' means take, 'Leta' means bring, and 'Kula' means eat.
Which phrase is best for your grandmother?
'Pokea' is the respectful way to offer something to an elder.
Mkono wa...
Cultural etiquette requires the right hand for giving and receiving.
Muuzaji: Chukua hii chenji yako. Wewe: ________.
When someone gives you something, the natural response is 'Thank you'.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt's not inherently rude, but it is informal. With friends, it's perfect. With a boss, it's too direct.
No, for a person you would say 'Mchukue huyu' (Take this person/Take him).
You would say 'Chukua hizi' (Take these).
'Chukua' is everyday language. 'Twaa' is formal, literary, or biblical.
Yes, as you hand the money to the cashier, you can say 'Chukua hii'.
Yes, in Kenya, people often say 'Shika' instead of 'Chukua'.
Immediately say 'Samahani' (Sorry) and switch to your right hand.
Chukua hii na mpe.
Rarely. It's almost always for physical objects. For an idea, you might say 'Fikiria hili' (Think about this).
No, it depends on the noun class, but 'hii' is a very common default in casual speech.
عبارات ذات صلة
Leta hii
contrastBring this
Pokea hii
similarReceive this
Shika hii
similarHold this
Hii hapa
builds onThis one here
Chukueni hii
specialized formTake this (plural)
