Swahili
mtumwaji
m-tum-WA-ji
How to say it
Swahilimtumwajim-tum-WA-jisoon
Englishmessenger, agentsoon
Frenchmessager, agentsoon
Meaning
a messenger or envoy; also an agent employed in another person's service.
Good to know
a rare term.
Examples
- Mtumwaji alipeleka barua kwa mfalme.The envoy delivered the letter to the king.
- Alifanya kazi kama mtumwaji wa mfanyabiashara.He worked as an agent for the merchant.
- Je, mtumwaji amerudi na jibu?Has the messenger returned with an answer?
Not yet checked by a native speaker.