Swahili · Numbers & Time
mia
Hundred
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number one hundred.
Example
Kitabu hiki ni shilingi mia tano.
This book costs five hundred shillings.
Etymology
'Mia' is derived from Bantu languages, meaning one hundred, and has a historical context aligned with the numeral systems of various African languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mia' is used in both everyday speech and formal writing, recognized in multiple contexts, including education and administration, with no notable variations in regional usage.