Swahili · Culture & Society
lugha
Language
Beginnernoun
Definition
A system of words; Swahili is spoken by over 200 million people.
Example
Ninajifunza lugha ya Kiswahili.
I am learning the Swahili language.
Etymology
'Lugha' comes from the Arabic word 'lughah', which means language. Its incorporation into Swahili reflects the historical interactions between Swahili speakers and Arab traders.
How & Where It’s Used
'Lugha' is used in formal and informal settings, prevalent in both spoken and written forms, across different regions of East Africa.