Swahili
baraka
bah-RAH-kah
How to say it
Swahilibarakabah-RAH-kahsoon
Englishblessingsoon
Frenchbénédictionsoon
Meaning
a blessing or divine favor; good fortune granted by God or bestowed by an elder.
Good to know
Used when expressing gratitude or well wishes.
Examples
- Nimepata baraka nyingi katika maisha yangu.I have received many blessings in my life.
- Baraka za wazazi ni muhimu sana.The blessings of parents are very important.
- Baba alimpa mwanawe baraka.The father gave his son a blessing.
- Je, umepokea baraka za wazazi wako?Have you received your parents' blessing?
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