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Bwana

Part of Speech: Noun, Interjection

Sense 1: (Noun) A Swahili title used to address a male authority figure, typically a master or boss. It can also be used as a respectful form of address for a foreigner in East Africa.

Example Sentence: In Africa, it is common to hear locals refer to their employer as "bwana."

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Sense 2: (Interjection) An expression used to greet or show respect to someone. It is commonly used in East Africa.

Example Sentence: "Bwana! How have you been? It's been a long time since we last met!"

Related Products on Amazon: African cultural and travel guides.