Jifunze Kiswahili

The Swahili word “jifunza” comes from the verb “kujifunza”, which means “to learn” in English.

Meaning:”Jifunza” means “learn” — usually used in a context where someone is learning something, often by themselves or through effort.

Origin (Etymology):From the Swahili verb “kujifunza”Root: -funza (teach/train)Prefix “ji-” means self or to oneself, so “jifunza” literally means “to teach oneself” or “to learn for oneself.”

Usage in a Sentence (English & Swahili):1. Swahili: Mimi najifunza Kiingereza.English: I am learning English.2. Swahili: Unapaswa kujifunza kila siku.English: You should learn every day.3. Swahili: Watoto wamejifunza mengi shuleni.English: The children have learned a lot at school.

Summary:Swahili Word: jifunzaEnglish Meaning: learnOriginal Verb Form: kujifunzaRoot: -funza (related to teaching)Used for: expressing the act of learning, especially by oneself.