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Swahili

balozi

ba-LO-zi

How to say it

Swahilibaloziba-LO-zisoon
Englishambassadorsoon
Frenchambassadeursoon

Meaning

an ambassador, consul, or official representative of a foreign country; historically, a colonial administrator or political agent.

Good to know

a common modern political term, e.g. balozi wa Marekani (the American ambassador).

Examples

  • Balozi wa Kenya alifika jana.The Kenyan ambassador arrived yesterday.
  • Alikutana na balozi ofisini kwake.He met with the ambassador at his office.
  • Balozi huyo aliwakilisha nchi yake vizuri.That ambassador represented his country well.
  • Ubalozi mpya ulifunguliwa mjini.A new consulate was opened in the city.

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