Swahili · Numbers & Time
tisa
Nine
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number nine.
Example
Duka linafunguliwa saa tisa.
The shop opens at the ninth hour.
Etymology
'Tisa', meaning nine, also derives from the Bantu language family, resulting in its consistent usage across different Bantu dialects. Its significance in counting has been preserved through time.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tisa' is utilized in casual conversation as well as formal settings like education and literature. Its usage is widely recognized without regional disparities.