Swahili · Travel & Places
soko
Market
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where goods are sold; the open-air market is the heart of town.
Example
Mama anaenda sokoni kila asubuhi.
Mom goes to the market every morning.
Etymology
'Soko' is derived from the Arabic 'سوق' (sūq), meaning market, signifying the long-standing tradition of trade and commerce in East Africa influenced by Arab traders.
How & Where It’s Used
'Soko' is used informally in everyday conversation and is common in rural and urban contexts where markets are focal points for commerce and community interaction.