Signification
Stating one's current happy state.
Contexte culturel
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.
Signification
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.
Teste-toi
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.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercices_____ 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.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are the direct translations.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsMostly yes, but avoid it in sad situations.
It is neutral and works everywhere.
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