indimi

Swahili

mbari

MBAH-ree

How to say it

SwahilimbariMBAH-reesoon
Englishclansoon
Frenchclansoon

Meaning

a family, clan, or tribe, a group of people united by common descent.

Good to know

You can use this word when talking about family or cultural groups.

Examples

  • Mbari yetu ina historia ya kipekee.Our clan has a unique history.
  • Watu wa mbari hii ni waungwana.People from this tribe are polite.
  • Mbari yetu ina desturi za pekee.Our clan has unique customs.
  • Je, wewe ni wa mbari gani?Which clan are you from?

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