Learn and Speak Swahili Easily
A straightforward guide to mastering Swahili
Unlock the beauty of Swahili with ease and confidence.
What you'll learn
- Basic vocabulary for everyday conversations
- Essential grammar rules for sentence structure
- Pronunciation tips for clear communication
- Cultural insights to enhance understanding
- Practical phrases for travelers
- Listening skills through engaging dialogues
About this book
This book is designed for anyone looking to learn Swahili quickly and effectively. With a focus on practical language skills, it provides clear explanations and engaging exercises that make the learning process enjoyable.
Whether you are a traveler, a student, or simply curious about the Swahili language and culture, this book offers the tools you need to communicate confidently and fluently. Dive into the rich world of Swahili and discover how easy it can be to speak this vibrant language.
Who this book is for
- Travelers planning a trip to East Africa
- Language enthusiasts seeking new skills
- Students studying Swahili in school
- Professionals working in multicultural environments
- Anyone interested in African cultures
Why read this book
- User-friendly format for quick learning
- Engaging exercises to reinforce knowledge
- Cultural context to enrich language acquisition
- Real-life scenarios for practical application
About the language
Swahili is a Bantu language of Africa. It is the mother tongue of about 18 million people and is used by about 87 million people across East and Central Africa.
Where it is spoken
Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Congo - Kinshasa
Writing system
Written in the Latin alphabet, from left to right.
Quick facts
- The name Swahili comes from the Arabic word sawahil, meaning coasts, as it arose on the East African coast.
- It was once written in Arabic script before switching to the Latin alphabet.
- Swahili is one of the official languages of the African Union.
- UNESCO celebrates World Kiswahili Language Day on 7 July every year.
Why learn it
- Work: the language of trade and business in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
- Travel: makes getting around Zanzibar and East African safari parks easier.
- Culture: understand East African songs, literature and its historic ties with the Arab world.
Words shared with Arabic
- kitabu — From Arabic kitab, meaning book.
- habari — From Arabic khabar, meaning news or how are you.
- saa — From Arabic sa'a, meaning hour or clock.
- dunia — From Arabic dunya, meaning world.
- rafiki — From Arabic rafiq, meaning friend.
Comes with the book: the «Learn and Speak Easily» app
The book teaches you the word; the app trains you to say it. Open the app with your easyT account and practise every word and phrase in the book out loud.
2,188 words and phrases to practise in this book
Hear the right pronunciation
Every word and phrase in the book, spoken clearly, at normal speed or slowly.
Say it and get corrected
Tap the microphone and say the word — the app tells you right away whether you got it or came close.
The book's own chapters
Same chapters in the same order, with the word, its pronunciation in Arabic letters, its meaning and the book page.
A quiz after every chapter
Quick questions on what you learned; the app keeps your best score and your progress per chapter.
App details
- Free for everyone who bought the book, printed or digital
- Every language is open to Premium subscribers
- Sign in with your easyT account
- Works offline after a language is opened once
- Checking runs on your phone — your voice is never recorded or stored
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