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Kiswahili

Description:

Kiswahili is a Bantu language widely spoken in eastern and southeastern Africa. It serves as the national language of Kenya and Tanzania and is one of the official languages of the East African Community. It is also spoken as a lingua franca by millions of people in various other countries.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

1. Sense: Language

   Example Sentence: I am learning Kiswahili to communicate with the locals during my trip to Kenya.

2. Sense: National Language

   Example Sentence: Kiswahili is an official language in both Kenya and Tanzania.

3. Sense: Lingua Franca

   Example Sentence: As a result of its widespread use, Kiswahili acts as a lingua franca in many African countries.

Related Products:

• Kiswahili Dictionary
• Kiswahili Language Course
• Kiswahili Phrasebook