Swahili · Greetings & Phrases
nzuri
Fine; good
Beginneradjective
Definition
Good or fine; the standard reply to habari.
Example
Habari yako? — Nzuri sana.
How are you? — Very good.
Etymology
'Nzuri' translates to 'fine' or 'good' in Kiswahili, originating from the Bantu language family, reflective of evaluative language in social contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Nzuri' is used informally to convey approval or satisfaction. It is prevalent in daily conversation across East Africa.