Swahili
rijali
ri-JA-li
How to say it
Swahilirijaliri-JA-lisoon
Englishdistinguished mansoon
Frenchhomme lettré distinguésoon
Meaning
a rare, learned man, especially one distinguished for his education or character.
Good to know
This term is used to highlight a man's uniqueness or education.
Examples
- Rijali huyu ana elimu ya juu.This literate man has a higher education.
- Wana rijali wachache katika jamii yetu.There are few literate men in our community.
- Mzee huyo alikuwa rijali aliyeheshimika sana.That old man was a highly respected, distinguished man.
- Je, unamfahamu rijali yule aliyesoma sana?Do you know that well-educated, distinguished man?
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