indimi

mhindu

MHEE-ndoo

How to say it

SwahilimhinduMHEE-ndoosoon
Englisha Hindusoon
Frenchun hindou, une hindouesoon

Meaning

A person who follows Hinduism, the main religion of India.

Good to know

M/wa class noun, plural Wahindu, usually written with a capital. Do not confuse with Mhindi, an Indian by nationality; Kihindu means Hindu as an adjective.

Examples

  • Jirani yetu ni Mhindu na husherehekea Diwali.Our neighbor is a Hindu and celebrates Diwali.
  • Wahindu wengi wanaishi Dar es Salaam.Many Hindus live in Dar es Salaam.
  • Hekalu hili hutembelewa na Wahindu kila siku.This temple is visited by Hindus every day.

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