zamani
zah-MAH-nee
How to say it
Swahilizamanizah-MAH-nee
Englishthe past, long ago; former
Frenchautrefois, jadis; ancien
Meaning
Time long ago, or a time before now; after wa it means former.
Good to know
Zamani za kale is long ago, in olden days; wa zamani means former or old: rais wa zamani, the former president. Tangu zamani is for a long time.
Examples
- Zamani watu walisafiri kwa miguu.In the past people traveled on foot.
- Tulikutana na mwalimu wetu wa zamani.We met our former teacher.
- Nimemfahamu mzee huyu tangu zamani.I have known this old man for a long time.
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