Como Pronunciar "bwana"
word
ˈbwɑːnə
BWAH-nuh
bˈiːwˈɑːnɐ
bee-WAH-nuh
Definição
A Swahili word used in East Africa meaning 'sir', 'boss', or 'master'. It may be used formally as a title of respect, especially in historical or colonial contexts.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈbwɑːnə
Inglês Britânico
bˈiːwˈɑːnɐ
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
BWAH-nuh
UK
bee-WAH-nuh
Ouça em Contexto
The guide said, "Yes, bwana, I will show you the animals."
In old movies, people call the boss bwana.
They greeted the visitor with "Welcome, bwana!"
During the safari, everyone referred to the head guide as bwana out of tradition.