Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jambo
interjection
/ˈdʒæm.boʊ/
Definition
A greeting used in Swahili-speaking regions, especially in East Africa.
Examples
- When I arrived in Kenya, everyone greeted me with a cheerful ‘jambo!’
- As we entered the market, the vendors shouted ‘jambo!’ to welcome us.
Meaning
Jambo is commonly used to say hello or to greet someone in a friendly manner.
Synonyms
- hello
- hi
- greetings
