Swahili
wazee
wah-ZEH-eh
How to say it
Swahiliwazeewah-ZEH-ehsoon
Englishelders, old peoplesoon
Frenchanciens, personnes âgéessoon
Meaning
Elderly or respected people, elders.
Good to know
plural of mzee (m-/wa- class); also used respectfully to address older people.
Examples
- Wazee wa kijiji walikutana kujadili mambo muhimu.The village elders met to discuss important matters.
- Je, wazee hawa wanahitaji msaada wowote?Do these elders need any help?
- Si wazee wote wanaopenda kupumzika.Not all elders like to rest.
- Wazee watabariki harusi kesho.The elders will bless the wedding tomorrow.
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