uhuru
English meaning: Freedom / Independence
Swahili Definition
(Kiswahili)Hali ya kuwa huru kutoka kwa ukandamizaji wa kigeni au utawala wa kikoloni.
English Definition
The state of being free from oppression or colonial rule. 'Uhuru' is one of the most powerful words in Swahili and African political history — it was the rallying cry of African independence movements. Kenya became independent (Uhuru) on December 12, 1963. Uhuru is deeply tied to the pan-African liberation philosophy. India's own independence struggle inspired African nationalist leaders.
Example
“Kenya ilipata uhuru wake tarehe 12 Desemba 1963.”
In English: “Kenya gained its independence on December 12, 1963.”
Synonyms
- huru
- ukombozi
Antonyms / Opposites
- utumwa
- ukoloni
Literary Heritage
“Historia ni kioo ambacho tunajiona sisi wenyewe na mababu zetu.”
“History is a mirror in which we see ourselves and our ancestors.”
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Language information
- Language
- Kiswahili
- Swahili
- Script
- Latin
- Family
- Niger-Congo
- Speakers
- 100M