Significado
Stating one's current happy state.
Contexto cultural
In Tanzania, 'Nimefurahi' is often used as a sign of respect when meeting elders. In Kenya, it is common to hear 'Nimefurahi' in both formal and informal business settings. Zanzibari culture is very polite; 'Nimefurahi' is almost always accompanied by a smile and a slight bow. In Uganda, Swahili is a second language, so 'Nimefurahi' is used to show effort and respect for the language.
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Swahili is a language of warmth. Always smile when you say this.
Significado
Stating one's current happy state.
Add 'sana'
Adding 'sana' makes you sound more natural and sincere.
Smile!
Swahili is a language of warmth. Always smile when you say this.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence with the correct form.
_____ kukuona! (I am happy to see you)
Nimefurahi is the standard expression for this context.
Which sentence is culturally appropriate?
You meet a new colleague. What do you say?
This is the standard polite greeting.
Match the Swahili phrase to its English meaning.
Match: 1. Nimefurahi sana, 2. Nimefurahi kukuona, 3. Nimefurahi kwa zawadi
These are the direct translations.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejercicios_____ kukuona! (I am happy to see you)
Nimefurahi is the standard expression for this context.
You meet a new colleague. What do you say?
This is the standard polite greeting.
Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:
These are the direct translations.
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Preguntas frecuentes
2 preguntasMostly yes, but avoid it in sad situations.
It is neutral and works everywhere.
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