Swahili
mfalme
um-FAHL-meh
How to say it
Swahilimfalmeum-FAHL-mehsoon
Englishking, rulersoon
Frenchroisoon
Meaning
a ruler or king, a person who holds royal or supreme authority over a kingdom.
Good to know
Mfalme is used when referring to a monarch or leader of a kingdom.
Examples
- Mfalme alitangaza sheria mpya.The king announced new laws.
- Watu wanamwambia mfalme hadithi za zamani.People tell the king stories from the past.
- Mfalme aliwatawala watu wake kwa haki.The king ruled his people justly.
- Je, mfalme ataongea leo?Will the king speak today?
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