Swahili to Afrikaans Language Translation Tool

1. Mastering Greetings and Introductions

Embark on your language journey with essential greetings and introductions. This section teaches you the art of saying hello, making a great first impression, and understanding the subtleties of cultural etiquette in your target language.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Habari!	Hallo!
Habari!	Haai daar!
Habari za asubuhi!	Goeie more!
Habari za mchana!	Goeie middag!
Habari za jioni!	Goeienaand!
Habari yako?	Hoe gaan dit?
Nimefurahi kukutana nawe!	Aangename kennis!
Vipi?	Wat is aan die gang?
Siku yako inaendeleaje?	Hoe gaan jou dag?
Hey, inaendeleaje?	Haai hoe gaan dit?

2. Navigating Directions

Never get lost again! Learn key phrases for asking and understanding directions . This guide covers everything from finding major landmarks to exploring hidden gems, all in the local language.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Samahani, unaweza kunisaidia kupata [mahali]?	Verskoon my, kan jy my help om [plek] te vind?
[alama] ni njia gani?	Watter manier is [landmerk]?
Je, ni mbali na hapa?	Is dit ver van hier af?
Je, unaweza kunionyesha kwenye ramani?	Kan jy my op die kaart wys?
Je, nitafikaje [lengwa]?	Hoe kom ek by die [bestemming]?
Je! [mkahawa/bafuni/kituo cha basi] kilicho karibu kiko wapi?	Waar is die naaste [restaurant/badkamer/bushalte]?
Je, ninaenda katika mwelekeo sahihi?	Gaan ek in die regte rigting?
Unaweza kunielekeza [mitaani]?	Kan jy my na [straat] wys?
Je, kuna njia ya mkato ya [mahali]?	Is daar 'n kortpad na [ligging]?
Je, ninaweza kutembea huko?	Kan ek daar stap?

3. The Ultimate Guide to Shopping

Transform your shopping and dining experiences with essential phrases . Discover how to negotiate prices, and enjoy the shopping culture to the fullest.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Hii inagharimu kiasi gani?	Hoeveel kos dit?
Je, kuna punguzo?	Is daar 'n afslag?
Je, unakubali kadi za mkopo?	Aanvaar jy kredietkaarte?
Je, ninaweza kujaribu hii?	Kan ek dit probeer?
Chumba cha kufaa kiko wapi?	Waar is die paskamer?
Je! unayo hii katika rangi/ukubwa tofauti?	Het jy dit in 'n ander kleur/grootte?
Unafunga saa ngapi?	Hoe laat maak jy toe?
Je, ninaweza kurudisha/kubadilishana hii?	Kan ek dit terugstuur/ruil?
Je, kuna mauzo yoyote yanayoendelea?	Is daar enige verkope aan die gang?
Unaweza kuniwekea hii mfuko?	Kan jy dit vir my inpak?

4. Ordering Food and Drinks Like a Native Speaker

Savor the flavors of Afrikaans by mastering the language of food and drink. Learn to order with confidence, specify dietary needs, and enjoy the dining culture with our expertly crafted guide.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Ningependa kuagiza [sahani].	Ek wil graag [gereg] bestel.
Je, ninaweza kuona menyu, tafadhali?	Kan ek asseblief die spyskaart sien?
Je, hii ni spicy?	Is dit pittig?
Je, ninaweza kuipata iende?	Kan ek dit laat gaan?
Mpishi ni maalum gani?	Wat is die sjef se spesiaal?
Je! una chaguzi za mboga?	Het jy vegetariese opsies?
Je, ninaweza kupata cheki, tafadhali?	Kan ek asseblief die tjek kry?
Je, maji ya bomba ni salama kunywa hapa?	Is kraanwater veilig om hier te drink?
Je, ninaweza kuipata bila [kiungo]?	Kan ek dit sonder [bestanddeel] hê?
Itachukua muda gani?	Hoe lank sal dit neem?

5. Effortless Transportation and Travel

Get around like a local with essential transportation phrases . This section helps you navigate various transport systems, book tickets, and travel with ease.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Tikiti ya kwenda [lengwa] ni kiasi gani?	Hoeveel is 'n kaartjie na [bestemming]?
[treni/basi/ndege] inayofuata ni lini?	Wanneer is die volgende [trein/bus/vliegtuig]?
Je, kuna njia ya moja kwa moja?	Is daar 'n direkte roete?
Inachukua muda gani kufika [mahali]?	Hoe lank neem dit om by [plek] te kom?
Stendi ya teksi iliyo karibu iko wapi?	Waar is die naaste taxistaanplek?
Je, kuna ucheleweshaji wowote?	Is daar enige vertragings?
Je, ninaweza kununua tikiti hapa?	Kan ek 'n kaartjie hier koop?
Je, basi hili linaenda [mahali]?	Gaan hierdie bus na [ligging]?
Treni inaondoka kutoka jukwaa gani?	Van watter platform vertrek die trein?
Je, kuna huduma ya usafiri wa anga?	Is daar 'n pendeldiens?

6. Handling Emergency Situations

Be prepared for the unexpected with vital emergency phrases . Learn how to seek help, describe emergencies, and communicate effectively in urgent situations.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Msaada! Piga polisi!	Help! Bel die polisie!
Je, kuna hospitali karibu?	Is daar 'n hospitaal naby?
Nahitaji daktari.	Ek benodig 'n dokter.
Je, unaweza kupiga gari la wagonjwa tafadhali?	Kan jy asseblief 'n ambulans bel?
Nimepoteza [pochi/simu/pasipoti] yangu.	Ek het my [beursie/foon/paspoort] verloor.
Ubalozi wa karibu uko wapi?	Waar is die naaste ambassade?
Nahitaji usaidizi wa gari langu.	Ek het hulp nodig met my kar.
Begi langu limeibiwa.	My tas is gesteel.
Je, kuna duka la dawa hapa?	Is daar 'n apteek hier rond?
Nimepata ajali.	Ek was in 'n ongeluk.

7. Booking Accommodation

Find your home away from home with key accommodation phrases. This guide covers everything from making reservations to addressing needs during your stay, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Je, una vyumba vyovyote vinavyopatikana?	Het jy enige beskikbare kamers?
Bei ya usiku ni ngapi?	Wat is die nagtarief?
Je, kifungua kinywa kinajumuishwa?	Is ontbyt ingesluit?
Je, ninaweza kuingia mapema?	Kan ek vroeg inklok?
Je, ninaweza kulipa kwa kuchelewa?	Kan ek laat betaal?
Je, kuna Wi-Fi isiyolipishwa?	Is daar gratis Wi-Fi?
ATM ya karibu iko wapi?	Waar is die naaste OTM?
Je, kuna salama katika chumba?	Is daar 'n kluis in die kamer?
Je, ni umbali gani kutoka katikati mwa jiji?	Hoe ver is dit van die middestad af?
Je, kipenzi kinaruhusiwa?	Word troeteldiere toegelaat?

8. Making Friends

Build lasting connections with phrases perfect for socializing and making friends. Learn to engage in friendly conversations, extend invitations, and immerse yourself in social settings with ease.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Jina lako nani?	Wat is jou naam?
Unatoka wapi?	Waar kom jy vandaan?
Je, unakuja hapa mara nyingi?	Kom jy gereeld hierheen?
Je, naweza kujiunga nawe?	Kan ek by jou aansluit?
Unafanya kazi gani?	Wat doen jy vir 'n lewe?
Je, umewahi kwenda [kivutio cha ndani]?	Was jy al by [plaaslike besienswaardigheid]?
Hebu tunyakua kinywaji!	Kom ons drink 'n drankie!
Unaongea kiingereza?	Praat jy Engels?
Je, ni kitu gani unachopenda zaidi kuhusu mahali hapa?	Wat is jou gunsteling ding van hierdie plek?
Je, ninaweza kupiga picha nawe?	Kan ek 'n foto saam met jou neem?

9. Discussing Weather

Talk about the weather like a pro! This section provides phrases for discussing weather patterns, planning activities according to the season, and engaging in small talk about the climate.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Hali ya hewa ikoje leo?	Hoe is die weer vandag?
Je, mvua itanyesha baadaye?	Gaan dit later reën?
Halijoto ikoje?	Hoe is die temperatuur?
Je, huwa ni joto/baridi hivi?	Is dit gewoonlik so warm/koud?
Je, ninahitaji mwavuli?	Het ek 'n sambreel nodig?
Msimu wa mvua huanza lini?	Wanneer begin die reënseisoen?
Je! kuna dhoruba inakuja?	Is daar 'n storm op pad?
Je, utabiri wa kesho ni upi?	Wat is die voorspelling vir môre?
Je, kuna theluji hapa?	Sneeu dit hier?
Je, ni unyevu?	Is dit vogtig?

10. Leisure : A Cultural Exploration

Dive into the world of entertainment. Learn how to discuss hobbies, plan outings, and talk about entertainment options, enhancing your cultural experience in the Afrikaans language.

Swahili	Afrikaans
Kuna nini cha kufanya hapa?	Wat is hier om te doen?
Je, kuna mikahawa yoyote mizuri karibu?	Is daar enige goeie restaurante naby?
Ninaweza kupata filamu wapi?	Waar kan ek 'n fliek vang?
Je, kuna soko la ndani?	Is daar 'n plaaslike mark?
Je, kuna makumbusho yoyote yanayofaa kutembelewa?	Is daar enige museums wat die moeite werd is om te besoek?
Mapendekezo yoyote kwa maisha ya usiku?	Enige aanbevelings vir die naglewe?
Ni ipi njia bora ya kuchunguza jiji?	Wat is die beste manier om die stad te verken?
Je, kuna matukio yoyote yanayotokea wikendi hii?	Is daar enige gebeurtenisse wat hierdie naweek plaasvind?
Mahali pazuri pa kupumzika ni wapi?	Waar is 'n goeie plek om te ontspan?
Tamaduni zozote maarufu za kienyeji?	Enige gewilde plaaslike tradisies?

Swahili to Afrikaans Translation Tool

Swahili

Swahili is a Bantu language spoken by over 100 million people in East Africa, including Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is the official language of Tanzania and Kenya and is also widely used in other countries in the region. Swahili is a tonal language with a rich vocabulary and grammar. It has been influenced by Arabic, Persian, and European languages, and is considered one of the most important languages in Africa.

Afrikaans

Afrikaans is a West Germanic language spoken in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana. It is closely related to Dutch and is mutually intelligible to some extent. Afrikaans is the third most spoken language in South Africa after Zulu and Xhosa.

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