amahoro

How to say it

Meaning

peace; used as a common greeting meaning 'hello' or 'peace be with you.'.

Good to know

Literally “peace” — the everyday Kirundi hello, any time of day.

Examples

• Amahoro! Amakuru?Hello! How are you?
• Amahoro, umugenzi!Hello, friend!
• Amahoro! — Amahoro!Hello! — Hello! (the usual reply)
• Amahoro, uraho?Hello, how are you?

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