KikuyuKikuyu Basics
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Basic Phrases

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In this lesson, we'll learn some basic phrases that will help you in everyday conversations in Kikuyu.

Ũrĩ hau?

Are you there? (Hello on phone)

Ĩĩ, ndĩ haha

Yes, I am here

Nĩ ngwenda gũthiĩ

I want to go

Nĩndakena gũkuona

I'm happy to see you

Ũrĩ mũhoro?

How are you? (formal)

Woka rĩ?

When did you come/arrive?

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What does 'Nĩndakena gũkuona' mean?

I want to go
I'm happy to see you
When did you come?
How are you?

How do you say 'Yes, I am here' in Kikuyu?

Ũrĩ hau?
Ĩĩ, ndĩ haha
Nĩ ngwenda gũthiĩ
Woka rĩ?

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