swahili [interjection]

Lala salama

Maana (Definition)

Traditional nighttime parting blessing wishing peaceful rest until morning.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sleep peacefully / good night

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

lala poa

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Farewell

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazazi walimwambia mtoto lala salama kabla ya kuzima taa."

Translation: Parents told the child sleep peacefully before turning off the lights.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

usiku mwema