swahili [noun]

Pongezi

Maana (Definition)

Expressions of praise and good wishes offered to someone for an achievement.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

congratulations / felicitations / commendation

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pongezi / congrats

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Culture

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Tulimpa pongezi za dhati kwa kufuzu mtihani."

Translation: We offered him warm congratulations for passing the exam.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Sifa hongera kheri