Swahili Phrasebook

Essential Swahili for daily life. Mastering these few phrases will open doors and hearts.

greetings Vocabulary

Habari?

How are you?

RESPONSE: Nzuri (Fine)

Mambo!

What's up!

RESPONSE: Poa (Cool)

Shikamoo

Respectful greeting for elders

RESPONSE: Marahaba

Asante sana

Thank you very much

RESPONSE: Karibu (Welcome)

Kwa heri

Goodbye

RESPONSE: Tutaonana (See you)