Swahili · Culture & Society
utamaduni
Culture
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The art, customs, and traditions of a society.
Example
Ninapenda utamaduni wa Waswahili.
I love Swahili culture.
Etymology
'Utamaduni' derives from the Swahili word 'tamaduni', which originates from the Arabic 'tamadun', meaning civilization or culture, demonstrating the blend of influences in Swahili vocabulary.
How & Where It’s Used
The term is commonly used in formal discussions about heritage and identity, both in spoken and written contexts, particularly in academic discourse.