Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mwalimu
Noun
m-wah-lee-moo
Definition
A Swahili term meaning ‘teacher’ or ‘instructor’.
Examples
- The mwalimu guided his students with patience and understanding.
- In many villages, the mwalimu is a central figure in community education.
Meaning
Used primarily in East Africa, ‘mwalimu’ is a title of respect for someone who educates others, regardless of the formal educational structure.
Synonyms
- instructor
- educator
- teacher
- tutor
