Helpful phrases in SwahilišŸ’¬

Hereā€™s a list of some helpful Swahili words and phrases

Sheida

Sheida

Zanzibar, Tanzania, United Republic of

Go to Guide

Mambo/Mambo vipi/Habari: Hello how are you? answer: Poa/Nzuri (Iā€™m good!)

ndio - yes

hapana - no

Asante sana: thank you so much

Karibu sana: you're welcome

Naomba bili: I would like to grab the bill

Choo kiko wapi?: Where is the toilet?

Schilling ngapi?: How much does it cost?

Badae: See you later

Kesho: Tomorrow

Sipendi: I dont like

Sikuelewi: I don't understand you

Acha/sitaki: Stop it!

Nakupenda: I love you

Pole Pole: Slowly

Looking for things to do?

Go check out my guide for the best free things to do as well as itineraries and travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.

Go to Guide
Rexby
Explore
Purchases
Messages
Log in