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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