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angalau

ah-ngah-LAH-oo

How to say it

Swahiliangalauah-ngah-LAH-oosoon
Englishat least
Frenchau moins

Meaning

Shows the smallest amount or the least that is expected or hoped for.

Good to know

Placed before the amount or the action: angalau mara moja kwa wiki, at least once a week. Angalau hata means at the very least.

Examples

  • Kunywa angalau lita mbili za maji kwa siku.Drink at least two liters of water a day.
  • Angalau sisi tumefika nyumbani salama.At least we have got home safely.
  • Tembelea wazazi wako angalau mara moja kwa mwezi.Visit your parents at least once a month.

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