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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