Swahili · Numbers & Time
kumi
Ten
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number ten.
Example
Nilisubiri dakika kumi.
I waited ten minutes.
Etymology
'Kumi' stems from the Bantu linguistic roots, signifying the number ten. Its early adoption in counting systems illustrates its importance in numerical representation.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kumi' is frequently employed in spoken and written Swahili, applicable in both casual and formal contexts. It has a consistent pronunciation across different dialects.