Swahili · Greetings & Phrases
kwaheri
Goodbye
Beginnerinterjection
Definition
The standard farewell; to several people, kwaherini.
Example
Kwaheri! Tutaonana kesho.
Goodbye! See you tomorrow.
Etymology
'Kwaheri' is derived from an Arabic word 'خیر' (khair) meaning 'goodbye', reflecting the linguistic interface of Bantu and Arabic languages through trade and cultural exchange.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kwaheri' is a general farewell used in both formal and informal contexts. It is a spoken phrase used widely across East Africa.