Swahili for Kids
How to Say "Excuse me" in Swahili
A polite way to get someone's attention or pass through a crowd.
In Swahili (Kiswahili)
Samahani
Pronounced: sah-mah-HAH-nee
How to use this phrase
- Greet a friend: Try saying "Samahani" the next time you meet someone who speaks Swahili.
- Practice with family: Use it during dinner or while watching a Swahili cartoon together.
- Be respectful: Speaking even a few words in someone's language shows you care about their culture.
- Have fun: Don't worry about being perfect — every native speaker started where you are now.
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