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Shikamoo

[shi-ka-moo]

greeting greetings

LanguageSwahili (Tanzania)

Meaning
  1. A respectful greeting for elders
Examples

Shikamoo babu, habari za asubuhi?

Shikamoo mama, habari yako?

Greetings mother, how are you?

Pronunciationshi-ka-moo

Part of speechgreeting

Registerrespectful

Usage noteThis greeting is used specifically by younger people when addressing those significantly older than themselves as a sign of respect.

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