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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