Swahili
waheshimiwa
wa-he-shi-MI-wa
How to say it
Swahiliwaheshimiwawa-he-shi-MI-wasoon
Englishhonourable peoplesoon
Frenchexcellencessoon
Meaning
A respectful title meaning 'the Honourable', used for members of parliament and other officials, or generally for anyone deserving high respect.
Good to know
plural of mheshimiwa (m-/wa- class); formal/honorific register, e.g. 'Waheshimiwa Wabunge'.
Examples
- Waheshimiwa wabunge walikutana bungeni leo.The Honourable Members of Parliament met in the House today.
- Je, waheshimiwa hao wataunga mkono muswada huu?Will those Honourable members support this bill?
- Sio waheshimiwa wote waliohudhuria kikao.Not all the Honourable members attended the session.
- Waheshimiwa watazungumza na wapiga kura wao kesho.The Honourable members will speak with their voters tomorrow.
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