Swahili
furifuri
foo-ree-FOO-ree
How to say it
Swahilifurifurifoo-ree-FOO-reesoon
Englishgreat, momentoussoon
Frenchgrand, importantsoon
Meaning
great, important, or significant, used of major events or occasions; by extension, to praise or to celebrate a feast.
Good to know
literary register; also used as a verb meaning to praise, honor, or celebrate.
Examples
- Ilikuwa sherehe furifuri isiyosahaulika.It was an unforgettable, momentous celebration.
- Je, sikukuu hii itakuwa furifuri kama mwaka jana?Will this festival be as great as last year's?
- Sherehe ile haikuwa furifuri kama walivyotarajia.That celebration was not as grand as they expected.
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