Swahili · Adjectives
-baya
Bad
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of poor quality; agrees with noun class — mbaya, kibaya.
Example
Hilo lilikuwa wazo baya.
That was a bad idea.
Etymology
'Baya', meaning 'bad', is derived from the Bantu language family, showcasing the contrasting duality in adjectives that convey negative attributes.
How & Where It’s Used
Widely used in both casual and formal conversations, 'baya' applies to a range of contexts, including descriptions of experiences, objects, and behaviors.