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Greetings in Kiswahili

Learning simple Kiswahili greetings and their meanings in English.

Lesson 21 of 127
4 min read Mathew Wahome

Greetings in Kiswahili

Common greetings

Kiswahili Meaning in English
Hujambo Hello (to one person)
Sijambo I am fine
Habari How are you / what is the news
Nzuri Good / fine
Asante Thank you
Karibu Welcome
Kwaheri Goodbye

A short conversation

  • Hujambo? (Hello?)
  • Sijambo. (I am fine.)
  • Asante. (Thank you.)

Try it

  • Greet a friend with "Hujambo".
  • Answer with "Sijambo".
  • Say "Karibu" to a visitor.
Quick Knowledge Check
Q1. What does 'Asante' mean?
A Welcome
B Thank you
C Goodbye
D Hello
Reveal Answer & Explanation
Correct Answer: Option B (Thank you)
Asante means thank you.
Q2. What does 'Kwaheri' mean?
A Goodbye
B Fine
C Hello
D Please
Reveal Answer & Explanation
Correct Answer: Option A (Goodbye)
Kwaheri is goodbye.
Q3. How do you answer 'Hujambo'?
A Sijambo
B Karibu
C Kwaheri
D Moja
Reveal Answer & Explanation
Correct Answer: Option A (Sijambo)
Reply with Sijambo.
Key Concept Flashcards
Concept Prompt
Karibu means what?

Key Takeaway
Welcome.
Concept Prompt
Sijambo means what?

Key Takeaway
I am fine.
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