usalama
oo-sah-LAH-mah
How to say it
Swahiliusalamaoo-sah-LAH-mah
Englishsecurity, safety
Frenchsécurité
Meaning
The state of being safe from danger, crime or attack, for people, property or a country.
Good to know
Used in the singular. Usalama barabarani is road safety, vyombo vya usalama are the security forces, and salama means safe.
Examples
- Polisi wameongeza ulinzi ili kuimarisha usalama mjini.The police have added patrols to improve security in town.
- Kwa usalama wako, funga mkanda wa kiti.For your safety, fasten your seat belt.
- Wazazi wana wasiwasi kuhusu usalama wa watoto wao.Parents are worried about their children's safety.
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