ndugu

How to say it

Meaning

a sibling, close relative, or fellow kinsman; also a warm term of address for a brother, sister, or comrade.

Good to know

class 1/2 noun (plural ndugu, unchanged); used broadly for siblings and relatives, and even close friends as a term of address.

Examples

• Habari za asubuhi?Good morning?
• Huyu ni ndugu yangu.This is my sibling.
• Una ndugu wangapi?How many siblings do you have?
• Ndugu yake hajafika bado.His relative has not arrived yet.