Swahili
hutubu
hoo-TOO-boo
How to say it
Swahilihutubuhoo-TOO-boosoon
Englishto preach, deliver a sermonsoon
Frenchprêchersoon
Meaning
to read or preach, especially in an Islamic religious context, such as delivering a sermon or reading the Koran.
Good to know
Hutubu is often used in religious or spiritual discussions.
Examples
- Anahutubu kwa umma wake.He preaches to his community.
- Wanafunzi wanajifunza hutubu katika masomo yao.Students learn to read in their lessons.
- Imamu alihutubu waumini kwa muda mrefu.The imam preached to the worshippers for a long time.
- Je, atahutubu leo baada ya sala ya Ijumaa?Will he preach today after the Friday prayer?
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