Swahili · Culture & Society
dini
Religion
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Belief in and worship of a god or gods.
Example
Dini ina nafasi kubwa katika maisha.
Religion has a big place in life.
Etymology
'Dini' originates from the Arabic word 'deen', meaning religion or way of life, indicating the significant influence of Islamic culture on Swahili.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dini' is utilized in both formal and informal contexts, widely understood and used in discussions surrounding faith and belief systems.