Swahili
madhali
mah-DAH-lee
How to say it
Swahilimadhalimah-DAH-leesoon
Englishsincesoon
Frenchpuisquesoon
Meaning
since, because, or given that — introduces a reason (similar to maadam).
Good to know
conj. if, in case that; since, be- cause; when, while, since
Examples
- Madhali umefaulu, tunafurahi.Since you have passed, we are happy.
- Madhali hujanieleza, sitakusaidia.Since you haven't explained to me, I won't help you.
- Tutaondoka, madhali mvua imesimama.We will leave, since the rain has stopped.
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