Swahili · Work & Business
simu
Telephone; phone
Beginnernoun
Definition
A device used for calling; mobile phones transformed East Africa.
Example
Nimesahau simu yangu nyumbani.
I forgot my phone at home.
Etymology
'Simu' comes from the Swahili term for 'telephone,' indicating the rapid adoption of communication technology in the region and its integration into daily life.
How & Where It’s Used
'Simu' is commonly used in both informal and formal contexts, particularly in conversations about communication, appearing in both spoken and written formats.