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Swahili

usgb/swəˈhiːli/Volume
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Geographic VariationPlay
Swahili has regional dialects; some words differ in Kenya and Tanzania. SlideSomebody in Kenya might use different Swahili words compared to Tanzania.
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Language BorrowingsPlay
Swahili borrows from Arabic and English, adding to its vocabulary. SlideThe Swahili word 'shule' for school is borrowed from the German 'Schule.'
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Widespread UsePlay
Swahili is a lingua franca in East Africa, used for cross-ethnic communication. SlideAt the East African market, vendors and buyers often communicate in Swahili.