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Swahili

kuhani

koo-HAH-nee

How to say it

Swahilikuhanikoo-HAH-neesoon
Englishpriestsoon
Frenchprêtresoon

Meaning

a priest, a religious official who performs rites and ministers to a congregation.

Good to know

the common word for priest in both Christian and biblical contexts.

Examples

  • Kuhani aliongoza ibada kanisani.The priest led the service at church.
  • Watu walimwendea kuhani kwa ushauri.People went to the priest for counsel.
  • Je, kuhani atafika lini?When will the priest arrive?
  • Kuhani mkuu alibariki harusi hiyo.The chief priest blessed that wedding.

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