familia
English meaning: Family
Swahili Definition
(Kiswahili)Kikundi cha watu wanaohusiana kwa damu, ndoa au utaalam, wakijitegemea na kusaidiana.
English Definition
A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption. Family is the foundation of East African society — extended family networks (ukoo) provide social security, childcare, and support systems. The African concept of 'Ubuntu' ('I am because we are') reflects this communal family philosophy. Bride price (mahari) customs are widespread. East African diaspora families maintain strong ties to home communities.
Example
“Familia ya kupanuka ni msingi wa jamii ya Afrika Mashariki, ikitoa usalama wa kijamii.”
In English: “The extended family is the foundation of East African society, providing social security.”
Synonyms
- ukoo
- ndugu
Literary Heritage
“Jamii inayoshikamana inashinda majaribu yote.”
“A community that holds together overcomes all trials.”
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Language information
- Language
- Kiswahili
- Swahili
- Script
- Latin
- Family
- Niger-Congo
- Speakers
- 100M