Swahili
usiku
oo-SEE-koo
How to say it
Swahiliusikuoo-SEE-koosoon
Englishnightsoon
Frenchnuitsoon
Meaning
the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise.
Good to know
Night — you already know it from 'Usiku mwema.'
Examples
- Usiku mwema!Good night!
- Leo nina njaa.Today I am hungry.
- Sasa ninataka maji.Now I want water.
- Usiku huu ni baridi sana.This night is very cold.