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Swahili

tuli

TU-li

How to say it

SwahilituliTU-lisoon
Englishquiet, stillsoon
Frenchcalme, tranquillesoon

Meaning

quiet, still, or reserved in manner.

Good to know

adj. adv. quiet, still; reserved

Examples

  • Alikaa tuli kimya.He sat quietly still.
  • Bahari ilikuwa tuli asubuhi hiyo.The sea was calm that morning.
  • Kuwa tuli, usifanye kelele.Be still, don't make noise.
  • Chumba kilikuwa tuli hakuna sauti.The room was quiet, not a sound.

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