shahada

How to say it

Meaning

a testimony or declaration, especially the Islamic profession of faith.

Good to know

in everyday Swahili shahada can also mean an academic degree or certificate; context tells you which sense is meant.

Examples

• Alitamka shahada kwa unyenyekevu.He recited the declaration of faith with humility.
• Shahidi alitoa shahada yake mahakamani.The witness gave his testimony in court.
• Je, umepokea shahada yako ya chuo kikuu?Have you received your university degree certificate?
• Hawakuandika shahada yake kwa usahihi.They did not record his testimony correctly.