Meaning
Used when leaving one person.
Cultural Background
It is common to add 'ya leo' (of today) to emphasize the temporary nature of the goodbye. In urban Nairobi, 'Bye' is often used, but 'Kwa heri' is still the standard for formal settings. Swahili is a lingua franca; 'Kwa heri' is used widely in business. Used in the eastern regions where Swahili is the primary language.
Pluralization
Always remember the -ni suffix for groups.
Meaning
Used when leaving one person.
Pluralization
Always remember the -ni suffix for groups.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank for a group of people.
______, tutaonana kesho.
Use -ni for groups.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises______, tutaonana kesho.
Use -ni for groups.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is neutral and polite. It fits everywhere.
Related Phrases
Tutaonana
similarWe will see each other
Baadaye
similarLater
