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Bwana

usgb/ˈbwɑːnə/Volume
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East African UsagePlay
Used commonly in East African countries to address someone in authority or respect. SlideYes, bwana, I will get that done right away.
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Hierarchical ImplicationPlay
Conveys hierarchy, referring to someone higher in position, status, or power. SlideAll decisions must be approved by the bwana of the project.
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Colonial EchoesPlay
Bwana can evoke the history of colonialism, so it should be used with awareness of its past. SlideHe jokingly called his friend 'bwana' to mock the old colonial attitudes.