amiri

How to say it

Meaning

a commander, leader, or high-ranking officer such as a colonel.

Good to know

seen in the compound amiri jeshi, army commander/commander-in-chief.

Examples

• Amiri jeshi alitoa maagizo mapya.The army commander gave new orders.
• Alipandishwa cheo kuwa amiri.He was promoted to commander.
• Amiri huyo aliongoza vita kwa ujasiri.That commander led the war bravely.
• Askari walimheshimu amiri wao.The soldiers respected their commander.