idiom [phrase]

Habari za masiku

Maana (Definition)

A warm traditional greeting used when meeting a close acquaintance or relative after a very long period of absence.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

long time no see greeting / long overdue news

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

habari gani bro

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiom

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Tulipokutana sokoni alinisalimia kwa kusema habari za masiku."

Translation: When we met at the market he greeted me saying long time no see.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Salamu Habari