Swahili · Nature & Environment
mwezi
Moon; month
Beginnernoun
Definition
The moon in the night sky; the same word means month.
Example
Mwezi umejaa usiku huu.
The moon is full tonight.
Etymology
'Mwezi' is rooted in Bantu languages and denotes both the moon and the month, showcasing the connection between lunar phases and timekeeping in traditional cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mwezi' is used in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in spoken language that discusses time and nature in cultural or traditional narratives.