Swahili
hubiri
hoo-BEE-ree
How to say it
Swahilihubirihoo-BEE-reesoon
Englishto proclaimsoon
Frenchannoncersoon
Meaning
to announce, report, or proclaim; also, in a religious context, a sermon.
Good to know
The noun sense (ma-) refers to a formal announcement, report, or church sermon.
Examples
- Mchungaji alihubiri kuhusu upendo kanisani.The pastor preached about love at church.
- Habari hiyo ilihubiriwa kwenye redio.That news was announced on the radio.
- Je, utahubiri lini tena?When will you preach again?
- Hubiri lake liligusa mioyo ya watu wengi.His sermon touched the hearts of many people.
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