Swahili · Question Words
nani
Who
Beginnerpronoun
Definition
Used to ask about people.
Example
Nani yuko pale?
Who is there?
Etymology
'Nani' originates from Proto-Bantu roots, representing a fundamental question of identity, which has persisted in various Bantu languages. The term has remained an essential question word in Swahili.
How & Where It’s Used
'Nani' is primarily used in informal spoken contexts to ask about people. It is common in everyday conversation, education, and in storytelling.